Infinite altruism is the basis of peace and happiness. If you want altruism, you must control hate and you must practice patience. The main teachers of patience are our enemies.

Our attitude towards suffering becomes very important because it can affect how we cope with suffering when it arises.

We cannot overcome anger and hatred simply by suppressing them. We need to actively cultivate the antidotes: patience and tolerance.

It's not enough to be compassionate. You must act.

People should not rush to change religions. There is real value in finding the spiritual resources you need in your home religion. Even secular humanism has great spiritual resources; it is almost like a religion to me.

All I can do is engage with complete sincerity. Then whatever happens, there is no regret.

Today different ethnic groups and different nations come together due to common sense.