If I were to die today, I would have some concern for Tibet. But I know that I have personally done as much as I can to use my existence for others. So I have no regret.

Patience as we wait to take action is a kind of compassionate mind. Impatience on the other hand can be a source of failure.

Anger is the real destroyer of our good human qualities; an enemy with a weapon cannot destroy these qualities, but anger can. Anger is our real enemy.

The question is not to know what is the meaning of life, but what meaning I can give to my life.

Inner values like friendship, trust, honesty and compassion are much more reliable than money - they always bring happiness and strength.

Today is the right day to love, believe, do, and mostly, live.

I'm now nearly 79. At 16 I took responsibility for Tibet and lost my freedom. At 24 I lost my country and became a refugee. I've met difficulties, but as the saying goes: 'Wherever you're happy, you can call home, and whoever is kind to you is like your parents.' I've been happy and at home in the world at large. Living a meaningful life isn't just a matter of money; it's about dedicating your life to helping others.