The goal is not to be better than the other man, but your previous self.

Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.

Attachment constrains our vision so that we are not able to see things from a wider perspective.

In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time.

If one's life is simple, contentment has to come. Simplicity is extremely important for happiness. Having few desires, feeling satisfied with what you have, is very vital: satisfaction with just enough food, clothing, and shelter to protect yourself from the elements.

Inner darkness, which we call ignorance, is the root of suffering. The more inner light that comes, the more darkness will diminish. This is the only way to achieve salvation or nirvana.

In the Buddha's life story we see the three stages of practice: Morality comes first, then concentrated meditation, and then wisdom. And we see that the path takes time.