Because the twentieth century was a century of violence, let us make the twenty-first a century of dialogue.

Not so long ago people believed in ideologies, systems, and institutions to save all societies. Today, they have given up such hopes and have returned to relying on the individual, on individual freedom, individual initiative, individual creativity.

Man sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health.

The mind is key. If anything should be considered a god, so to speak, it is the mind, not money. A healthy positive mind is the utmost priority. But if we were to reverse the order of these priorities, what would happen? I find it hard to imagine how a person with great wealth, bad health, no friends, and no peace of mind could feel even slightly happy.

When we develop a right attitude of compassion and gratitude, we take a giant step towards solving our personal and international problems

Compassion naturally creates a positive atmosphere, and as a result you feel peaceful and content.

I am basically optimistic.