The very purpose of meditation is to discipline the mind and reduce afflictive emotions.

An affectionate disposition not only makes the mind more peaceful and calm, but it affects our body in a positive way too.

Through difficult experiences, life sometimes becomes more meaningful.

Be gentle with the earth.

Generally speaking, if a human being never shows anger, then I think something's wrong. He's not right in the brain.

The world will be changed by western women.

If we human beings rely only on material development, we can’t be sure of a positive outcome. Employing technology motivated by anger and hatred is likely to be destructive. It will only be beneficial if we seek the welfare of all beings. Human beings are the only species with the potential to destroy the world. Because of the risks of unrestrained desire and greed we need to cultivate contentment and simplicity.