Meditation is valuable for all of humanity because it involves looking inward. People don't have to be religious to look inside themselves more carefully. It is constructive and worthwhile to analyze our emotions, including compassion and our sense of caring, so that we can become more calm and happy.

Universal responsibility is the key to human survival. It is the best foundation for world peace.

If your mental attitude is positive, even when threats abound, you won’t lose your inner peace. On the other hand, if your mind is negative, marked by fear, suspicion and feelings of helplessness, even among your best friends, in a pleasant atmosphere and comfortable surroundings, you won’t be happy.

I am a firm believer in the importance of democracy, not only as the ultimate goal, but also as an essential part of the process.

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.

Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health.

I am increasingly convinced that the time has come to find a way of thinking about spirituality and ethics beyond religion altogether.