Education is the way to achieve far-reaching results, it is the proper way to promote compassion and tolerance in society.

Affection is important because it counters anger, hatred and suspicion that can prevent our minds from functioning clearly.

I am increasingly convinced that the time has come to find a way of thinking about spirituality and ethics beyond religion altogether.

I think in many ways narrow minded-attitudes lead to extreme thinking.

Compassion and love constitute non-violence in action. They are the source of all spiritual qualities: forgiveness, tolerance, all the virtues. They give meaning to our activities and makes them constructive. There is nothing amazing about being rich or highly educated; only when the individual has a warm heart do these attributes become worthwhile.

Ultimately, the decision to save the environment must come from the human heart. The key point is a call for a genuine sense of universal responsibility that is based on love, compassion and clear awareness.

Our planet is blessed with vast natural treasures. If we use them wisely, beginning with the elimination of militarism and war, every human being will be able to live a healthy, prosperous existence.