One has to try to develop one's inner feelings, which can be done simply by training one's mind. This is a priceless human asset and one you don't have to pay income tax on!

The reality today is that we are all interdependent and have to co-exist on this small planet. Therefore, the only sensible and intelligent way of resolving differences and clashes of interests, whether between individuals or nations, is through dialogue.

The wiser course is to think of others when pursuing our own happiness.

It is the enemy who can truly teach us to practice the virtues of compassion and tolerance.

We must cultivate a universal responsibility toward each other and extend it to the planet that we have to share

We need a little more compassion, and if we cannot have it, then no politician or even a magician can save the planet.

As human beings we are all the same. We have this marvelous intelligence, which sometimes creates problems for us, but when influenced by warm-heartedness can be very constructive. In this context we need to appreciate the value of having moral principles.