If your own mental attitude is correct, even if you remain in a hostile atmosphere, you feel happy.

Gratitude is something you show in relation to others.

Pain can change you, but that doesn't mean it has to be a bad change. Take that pain and turn it into wisdom.

The purpose of our lives is to be happy. We live in hope, which means looking forward to something good. And there are increasing scientific findings that both our physical and mental well-being depend on our peace of mind.

I am basically optimistic.

The highest happiness is when one reaches the stage of liberation, at which there is no more suffering.

Whether we consider the individual, family, local, national or international level, peace must arise from inner peace. For example, making prayers for peace while continuing to harbor anger is futile. Training the mind and overcoming your anger is much more effective than mere prayer. Anger, hatred and jealousy never solve problems, only affection, concern and respect can do that.