No material object, however beautiful or valuable, can make us feel loved, because our deeper identity and true character lie in the subjective nature of the mind.
Dalai LamaIt is our enemies who provide us with the challenge we need to develop the qualities of tolerance, patience and compassion.
Dalai LamaNot only is your own happiness and welfare related to others, but the more you help them, the happier you will be.
Dalai LamaThe proper use of our intelligence and knowledge is to effect changes from within to develop a good heart.
Dalai LamaI don't know whether the universe, with its countless galaxies, stars and planets, has a deeper meaning or not, but at the very least, it is clear that we humans who live on this earth face the task of making a happy life for ourselves. Therefore, it is important to discover what will bring about the greatest degree of happiness.
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