Whatever you do, whatever you're working with, whether it's manual work or talking to people or buying or selling, every little thing encompasses the power and simplicity of presence.

Just as dogs love to chew bones, the mind loves to get its teeth into problems. That's why it does crossword puzzles and builds atom bombs.

I call animals "guardians of Being," especially animals that live with humans. Because, for many humans, it's through their contact with animals they get in touch with that level of being.

If there isn't an emanation of love and joy, complete presence and openness toward all beings, then it is not enlightenment.

Stress means there is something wrong, and you are not aligned with life.

Suffering is necessary until you realize it is unnecessary.

When you accept what is, you are grateful for whatever situation arises.