If we don't understand phenomena, we are more likely to do things to harm ourselves and others.

Love and kindness are the very basis of society. If we lose these feelings, society will face tremendous difficulties; the survival of humanity will be endangered.

For material progress and physical well being, peace of mind is of utmost importance.

A sense of concern for others gives our lives meaning; it is the root of all human happiness

All living beings have experience of pleasure and pain, and we are among them. What makes human beings different is that we have a powerful intelligence and a much greater ability to achieve happiness and avoid suffering. Real happiness and friendship come not from money or even knowledge, but from warm-heartednes s. Once we recognize this we will be more inclined to cultivate it.

If you shift your focus from oneself to others, and think more about others' well-being and welfare, it has an immediate liberating effect.

A tree with strong roots can withstand the most violent storm, but the tree can't grow roots just as the storm appears on the horizon.