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

It is time to fill the world with strong and powerful deeds. It is common knowledge that no great captain in the world has ever destroyed all of his enemies and lived with a sense of satisfaction. If one enemy is killed, two more will appear. It is important we cultivate love and compassion to all the sentient beings which is the way to bring peace to all.

The jealousy that arises from another's achievement is overcome by developing an awareness of and admiration for one's own and other's achievement.

Too strong a media emphasis on death and violence can lead to despair.

My faith helps me overcome such negative emotions and find my equilibrium.

Even when a person has all of life's comforts - good food, good shelter, a companion - he or she can still become unhappy when encountering a tragic situation.

Don't use Buddhism to become a Buddhist. Use Buddhism to become better at whatever else in your life you are doing already.