Of course, there are different truths on different levels. Things are true relative to other things; "long" and "short" relate to each other, "high" and "low," and so on. But is there any absolute truth? Something self-sufficient, independently true in itself? I don't think so.

The future will be in the hands of those of you who belong to the 21st century. You have the opportunity and responsibility to build a better humanity. This means developing warm-heartednes s in this very life, here and now. So, do whatever work you do, but ask yourselves now and then, 'How can I contribute to human beings being happier and more peaceful?'

There are techniques of Buddhism, such as meditation, that anyone can adopt.

I think the person who has had more experience of hardships can stand more firmly in the face of problems than the person who has never experienced suffering. From this angle then, some suffering can be a good lesson for life.

One of the most effective ways to overcome anxiety is to try to shift the focus of attention away from self and toward others.

I have found that the greatest degree of inner peace comes from cultivating love and compassion.

Too strong a media emphasis on death and violence can lead to despair.