May everyone be happy and safe, and may their hearts be filled with joy.

In four ways ... should one who flatters be understood as a foe in the guise of a friend: He approves of his friend's evil deeds, he disapproves his friend's good deeds, he praises him in his presence, he speaks ill of him in his absence.

Let the disciple cultivate love without measure towards all beings. Let him cultivate towards the whole world, above, below, around, a heart of love unstinted....For in all the world this state of heart is best.

Health, contentment, and trust are your greatest possessions. And freedom your greatest joy.

When a wise man is advised of his errors, he will reflect on and improve his conduct. When his misconduct is pointed out, a foolish man will not only disregard the advice but rather repeat the same error.

Pay no attention to the faults of others, things done or left undone by others. Consider only what by oneself is done or left undone.

It is your mind that creates the world.