It is important not to allow ourselves to be put off by the magnitude of others' suffering. The misery of millions is not a cause for pity. Rather it is a cause for compassion.

If our tears do not lead us to act then we have lost the reason of our humanity, which is compassion.

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

I think, that in the twenty-second century, there will be more female reincarnations at female institutions. Then there'll be competition between male lama institutions and female lama institutions. It'll be a positive sort of competition.

We must live harmoniously with our neighbors.

I believe each human being has the potential to change, to transform one’s own attitude, no matter how difficult the situation.

We need to understand how destructive emotions affect us and constructive emotions can help us, so that we can maintain our peace of mind.