He who lives with his senses well controlled, moderate in his food and drink, he will not be overthrown, any more than the wind throws down a rocky mountain.

But when one masters this wretched desire, which is so hard to overcome, then one's sorrows just drop off, like a drop of water off a lotus.

His success may be great, but be it ever so great the wheel of fortune may turn again and bring him down into the dust.

Kindnessis giving others happiness.Compassionis removing others' bitterness.Joyis freeing others from suffering.

Let yourself be open and life will be easier.

Dharma is not upheld by talking about it. Dharma is upheld by living in harmony with it.

Of all the worldly passions, lust is the most intense. All other worldly passions seem to follow in its train.