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

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

Whenever we strive to make progress in our meditations, contemplations and so forth we are practicing effort.

Happiness is a state of mind, so the real source of happiness must lie within the mind, not in external conditions.

Just as eagles soar through the vast expanse of the sky without meeting any obstructions, needing only minimal effort to maintain their flight, so advanced meditators concentrating on emptiness can meditate on emptiness for a long time with little effort. Their minds soar through space-like emptiness, undistracted by any other phenomenon. When we meditate on emptiness we should try to emulate these meditators.

If we want to cook food we need to leave the stove on continuously and not keep turning it on and off. If the heat is continuous, no matter whether it is high or low our food will eventually be cooked. Similarly, if we continuously apply effort, even if it is only a small effort, it is certain that we shall eventually experience the fruits of our practice.

When a fully qualified Mahayana disciple relies completely upon a fully qualified Mahayana Spiritual Guide the attainment of enlightenment is easy.