A Compassionate state of mind brings inner peace, and therefore a healthier body.

My enemy is my greatest teacher.

Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that.

If you have fear of some pain or suffering, you should examine whether there is anything you can do about it. If you can, there is no need to worry about it; if you cannot do anything, then there is also no need to worry.

If one's cause is supported by sound reasoning, there is no point in using violence. It is those who have no motive other than selfish desire and who cannot achieve their goal through logical reasoning who rely on force.

Good human qualities-honesty, sincerity, a good heart-cannot be bought with money, nor can they be produced my machines, but only by the mind itself. We can call this the inner light, or God's blessing, or human qualitity. This is the essence of mankind.

Moving towards better rather than moving away from bad is an attitude of embracing life rather than rejecting it.