Life is as dear to a mute creature as it is to man. Just as one wants happiness and fears pain, just as one wants to live and not die, so do other creatures.

The nature of the mind is such that if certain mental qualities are developed on a sound basis, they not only remain, but they also increase. In fact, once properly developed, the mind's good qualities eventually increase indefinitely. Therefore spiritual practice brings us long-term happiness and inner strength.

What unites all beings is their desire for happiness.

Peace of mind is the basis of a healthy body and a healthy mind; so peace of mind, a calm mind, is very, very important.

Your motivation should be sincere and your life should be of benefit to some people. That is the main thing. Don't care after my death.

We must conduct research and then accept the results. If they don't stand up to experimentation, Buddha`s own words must be rejected.

When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others.