Like the lotus which thrives in mud, the potential for realization grows in the rich soil of everyday life

Depression seems to be related to fear, anger and frustration. When you're in a bad mood, even if you meet with your friends, you don't take pleasure in their company. But when you're in a good mood, even if things go wrong, you can cope with them without difficulty. This is why putting yourself in a good mood, making a point of developing a sense of loving kindness gives you greater inner strength.

There should be a spirit of dialogue. Whenever we see any disagreements, we must think how to solve them on the basis of recognition of oneness of the entire humanity. This is the modern reality.

Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not die, so do other creatures.

Anger or hatred is like a fisherman's hook. It is very important for us to ensure that we are not caught by it.

If you serve others as fully as you can, what you do will be a source of inner joy.

I am convinced that everyone can develop a good heart and a sense of universal responsibility with or without religion.