Even within one person, yesterday and today, there are differences. We must look at a deeper level.

If the mind is tranquil and occupied with positive thoughts, the body will not easily fall prey to disease

The training of the mind is an art. If this can be considered art, one's life is art.

It is worthwhile for one to make an effort to achieve happiness. Just as the purpose of a plant is to grow, so it is that the main purpose of every human being is to survive and to grow until death.

It may seem unrealistic to think we can ever become free from hatred, but Buddhists have systematic methods for gradually developing a tolerance powerful enough to give such freedom.

The way to overcome negative thoughts and destructive emotions is to develop opposing, positive emotions that are stronger and more powerful.

It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.