Human beings will continue to deceive and overpower one another. Basically, everyone exists in the very nature of suffering, so to abuse or mistreat each other is futile. The foundation of all spiritual practice is love. That you practice this well is my only request.

If the mind is dominated by hatred, the best part of the brain, which is used to judge right and wrong, does not function properly.

In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time.

Friends, genuine friends, are attracted by a warm heart, not money, not power. A genuine friend considers you as just another human being, as a brother or sister, and shows affection on that level, regardless of whether you are rich or poor, or in a high position; that is a genuine friend.

The world has also learned that economic growth, by itself, cannot close the gap between rich and poor.

Compassion should be unbiased and based on the recognition that others have the right to happiness, just like you.

If we don't understand phenomena, we are more likely to do things to harm ourselves and others.