Believe nothing, O monks, just because you have been told it, or it is commonly believed, or because it is traditional or because you yourselves have imagined it. Do not believe what your teacher tells you merely out of respect for the teacher. But whatsoever, after due examination and analysis, you find to be conducive to the good, the benefit, the welfare of all beings - that doctrine believe and cling to and take as your guide.

No one outside ourselves can rule us inwardly. When we know this, we become free.

The secret of health for both mind and body is...live the present moment wisely and earnestly.

Truth is always truth, untruth is always untruth. This is what matters, this is right desire.

Thought-habits can harden into character. So watch your thoughts.

Joy and openness come from our own contented heart.

Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own unguarded thoughts. Develop the mind of equilibrium. You will always be getting praise and blame, but do not let either affect the poise of the mind: follow the calmness, the absence of pride.