The creation of a more peaceful and happier society has to begin from the level of the individual, and from there it can expand to one's family, to one's neighborhood, to one's community and so on.

Affection is important because it counters anger, hatred and suspicion that can prevent our minds from functioning clearly.

Let us try to recognize the precious nature of each day.

We can wake ourselves up, discover in ourselves an energy that was hidden there, and act with more clarity, more force.

Once you have a genuine sense of concern for others, there’s no room for cheating, bullying or exploitation.

Each of us has the potential to contribute... You have a great opportunity to make a new shape of the world.

In our own case, we don't consider the loss of a monastery or a monument the end of our entire way of life. If one monastery is destroyed, sometimes it happens.