Happy are those who have overcome their egos; happy are those who have attained peace; happy are those who have found the Truth.

If for just the time of a finger-snap a monk produces a thought of loving-kindness, develops it, gives attention to it, such a one is rightly called a monk. Not in vain does he meditate. He acts in accordance with the master's teaching, he follows his advice. How much more so if he cultivates it.

Joy and openness come from our own contented heart.

Fashion your life as a garland of beautiful deeds.

Like a beautiful flower that is colorful but has no fragrance, even well spoken words bear no fruit in one who does not put them into practice.

As an irrigator guides water to his fields, as an archer aims an arrow, as a carpenter carves wood, the wise shape their lives.

When you move your focus from competition to contribution life becomes a celebration. Never try to defeat people, just win their hearts.