When you are warm-hearted, there is no room for anger, jealousy or insecurity.

Peace of mind is the basis of a healthy body and a healthy mind; so peace of mind, a calm mind, is very, very important.

We believe in self creation. That's why Buddhists believe in the Four Noble Truths.

We can change society, change humanity by changing ourselves as individuals. By cultivating inner values, we can change our own lives and those of our families. This is how we can create a more peaceful world.

Inner values like friendship, trust, honesty and compassion are much more reliable than money - they always bring happiness and strength.

If you resort to violent methods because the other side has destroyed your monastery, for example, you then have lost not only your monastery, but also your special Buddhist practices of detachment, love, and compassion.

Basically, therefore, we should approach others openly, recognizing each person as another human being just like ourselves. There is not much difference between us all.