Tibet is not like Kuwait. Kuwait has oil.

The essence of Buddhism is if you can, help others. If not, then at least refrain from hurting others.

Some people get the impression that Buddhism talks too much about suffering. In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time. Similarly, the Buddhist is willing to sacrifice immediate comfort so that he or she can achieve lasting happiness.

There is no need to mention the great difference between the amount of satisfaction there is in just oneself being happy and the amount of satisfaction there is in an infinite number of people being happy.

Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

The development of a kind heart, or feeling of closeness for all human beings, does not involve any of the kind of religiosity we normally associate with it...It is for everyone, irrespective of race, religion or any political affiliation.

Appreciate how rare and full of potential your situation is in this world, then take joy in it, and use it to your best advantage.