The many factors which divide us are actually much more superficial than those we share. Despite all of the things that differentiate us - race, language, religion, gender, wealth and so on - we are all equal concerning our fundamental humanity.

As soon as I wake up I pay homage to the Buddha, and I try to prepare my mind to be more altruistic, more compassionate, during the day to come so I can be of benefit to beings. Then I do physical exersice - I walk on a treadmill.

Perhaps our teachings seem less religious and more technical, like psychology, so they are easier for secular people to use.

Like a lamp, dispelling the darkness of ignorance

I believe deeply that we must find a new spirituality... in such a way that all people of good will could adhere to it... We ought to promote this concept with the help of scientists... It could lead us to what we are looking for.

The more we are concerned for the well being of others, the closer we will feel to each other.

Through meditative techniques, one can free the mind of delusions and attain what we call enlightenment.