We have to make a sustained effort, again and again, to cultivate the positive aspects within us.

It is important that when pursing our own self-interest we should be 'wise selfish' and not 'foolish selfish'. Being foolish selfish means pursuing our own interests in a narrow, shortsighted way. Being wise selfish means taking a broader view and recognizing that our own long-term individual interest lies in the welfare of everyone. Being wise selfish means being compassionate.

I believe that we are fundamentally the same and have the same basic potential.

A heart full of love and compassion is the main source of inner strength, willpower, happiness, and mental tranquility

I believe deeply that we must find a new spirituality... in such a way that all people of good will could adhere to it... We ought to promote this concept with the help of scientists... It could lead us to what we are looking for.

The person who received maximum affection from mother, that person also sort of cultivated the potential showing affection to others.

Genuine harmony must come from the heart. It cannot come from the barrel of a gun.