It is worth remembering that the time of greatest gain in terms of wisdom and inner strength is often that of greatest difficulty.

Disagreement is something normal.

If there is love, there is hope that one may have real families, real brotherhood, real equanimity, real peace. If the love within your mind is lost and you see other beings as enemies, then no matter how much knowledge or education or material comfort you have, only suffering and confusion will ensue.

If there were really serious consequences if I did not accept, then of course I would do whatever was necessary. But in general I really prefer some freedom.

All People and things are interdependent. The world has become so small that no nation can solve its problems alone, in isolation from others. That is why I believe we must all cultivate a sense of responsibility based on love and compassion for each other.

All forms of violence, especially war, are totally unacceptable as means to settle disputes between and among nations, groups and persons.

The period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.