On those days when I can spend a few hours getting some understanding, I feel fulfilled. I feel as if I have made good use of my time.

I feel many problems that we are facing, are man-made problems, we have too much emphasis on this secondary thing, forgetting our foundation. At foundation, we are the same human being and we are sharing the same planet. Six billion human beings' future is my future and my future is never separate from the future of six billion human beings.

Many Tibetans sacrifice their lives.

If science proves facts that conflict with Buddhist understanding, Buddhism must change accordingly. We should always adopt a view that accords with the facts.

In order to develop the willpower it takes to sacrifice, you must first realize that spending all your time and energy pursuing material comforts means you will eventually suffer. It's all about positive and negative consequences. It's very important to be aware that there are long-term consequences [for every action].

Once a year go somewhere you have never been before.

But when it comes to democratic political parties, I prefer that monks and nuns not join them - in order to ensure proper democratic practice.