I always try to share with others the idea that in order to become compassionate it is not necessary to become religious.

Even more important than the warmth and affection we receive, is the warmth and affection we give. It is by giving warmth and affection, by having a genuine sense of concern for others, in other words through compassion, that we gain the conditions for genuine happiness. More important than being loved, therefore, is to love.

We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.

Harmony can not thrive in a climate of mistrust, cheating, bullying; mean-spirited competition.

Moving towards better rather than moving away from bad is an attitude of embracing life rather than rejecting it.

The greater the level of calmness of our mind, the greater our peace of mind, the greater our ability to enjoy a happy and joyful life.

When we encounter suffering, it is important to respond w/ compassion rather than to question the politics of those we help.