If someone does not smile at you, be generous and offer your own smile. Nobody needs a smile more than the one that cannot smile to others.

More often than not, anger is actually an indication of weakness rather than of strength.

Responsibility - moral responsibilities, responsibilities regarding society - these are things that come from the heart.

Appreciate how rare and full of potential your situation is in this world, then take joy in it, and use it to your best advantage.

Democratic institutions are necessary and very important, and if I remained at the head of government, it could be an obstacle to democratic practice. Also, if I were to remain, then I would have to join one of the parties. If the Dalai Lama joins one party, then that makes it hard for the system to work.

Real affection comes from the face. Those political leaders, when they meet, they are always hugging, but not very genuine. Deep, sincerity comes from face and eye.

Nothing is permanent.