Let the wise one control his thoughts, for they are difficult to perceive, often elusive, and they rush about frantically: a mind well controlled achieves peace and happiness.

Change is never painful, only the resistance to change is painful

Make an island of yourself, make yourself your refuge; there is no other refuge. Make truth your island, make truth your refuge; there is no other refuge.

How does one practice mindfulness? Sit in meditation. Be aware of only your breath.

If a man's thoughts are muddy, If he is reckless and full of deceit, How can he wear the yellow robe? Whoever is master of his own nature, Bright, clear and true, He may indeed wear the yellow robe.

Just as a picture is drawn by an artist, surroundings are created by the activities of the mind

If you light a lamp for somebody, it will also brighten your path.