As solid rock remains unmoved by the wind, so the wise remain unmoved by blame and praise.
Gautama BuddhaA raft needed to cross the river is discarded when the other shore is reached, not carried about on one's head.
Gautama BuddhaSolitude is happiness for one who is content, who has heard the Dhamma and clearly sees. Non-affliction is happiness in the world - harmlessness towards all living beings.
Gautama BuddhaFreed by full realization and at peace, the mind of such a man is at peace, and his speech and action peaceful. He has no need for faith who knows the uncreated, who has cut off rebirth, who has destroyed any opportunity for good or evil, and cast away all desire. He is indeed the ultimate man.
Gautama Buddha