I believe compassion to be one of the few things we can practice that will bring immediate and long-term happiness to our lives.

I appreciate any organization or individual people who sincerely make an effort to promote harmony between humanity, and particularly harmony between the various religions. I consider it very sacred work and very important work

Don't be a person of success, be a person of value.

Laughing in full abandonment is very good for your health.

On a certain day, month and year one should observe the ceremony of tree-planting. Thus, one fulfils one's responsibilities, serves one's fellow-beings which not only brings happiness but benefits all.

Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

It seems that for some people the idea of compassion entails a complete disregard for or even a sacrifice of their own interests. This is not the case. In fact, you first of all have to have a wish to be happy yourself - if you don't love yourself like that, how can you love others?