The more we want certain situations, the more we find ourself stuck in situations we do not want.

We should understand that our problems do not exist outside of ourself, but are part of our mind that experiences unpleasant feelings.

Without inner peace, outer peace is impossible. We all wish for world peace, but world peace will never be acheived unless we first establish peace within our own minds. We can send so-called 'peacekeeping forces' into areas of conflict, but peace cannot be oppossed from the outside with guns. Only by creating peace within our own mind and helping others to do the same can we hope to achieve peace in this world.

When we learn to accept difficult circumstances patiently, the real problem disappears.

All objects whether pleasant, unpleasant or neutral, are mere appearances to the mind just like things experienced in a dream

Just as full sunlight completely dispels all darkness but even a few rays provide a measure of light, so, if we complete the practice of training the mind, we will totally dispel the darkness of our ignorance, but if we engage in only some parts of the practice, this will still help to reduce our ignorance and self-cherishing .

There is no greater method for experiencing peace of mind and happiness than to understand and meditate on Emptiness.