With a basic understanding of all humans as brothers and sisters, we can appreciate the usefulness of different systems and ideologies that can accommodate different individuals and groups with different cultural heritages, having different dispositions and tastes. Each person has the right to choose whatever is most suitable, on the basis of a deep understanding of all others as brothers and sisters.
Dalai LamaBasically, therefore, we should approach others openly, recognizing each person as another human being just like ourselves. There is not much difference between us all.
Dalai LamaWe must cultivate a universal responsibility toward each other and extend it to the planet that we have to share
Dalai LamaA compassionate attitude opens our inner door, and as a result it is much easier to communicate with others. If there is too much self-centered attitude, then fear, doubt and suspicion come and as a result our inner door closes. Then it is very difficult to communicate with others.
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