There is no situation so bad that it cannot be accepted patiently, with an open, accommodating, and peaceful heart.

Without improving our mind there is no way to solve our human problems.

Only by creating peace within our own mind and helping others to do the same can we hope to achieve peace in this world.

Everything we now enjoy has been provided through the kindness of other beings, past or present.

Happiness and suffering are states of mind, and so their main causes cannot be found outside the mind.

Patience is a mind that is able to accept fully and happily, whatever occurs. It is much more than just gritting our teeth and putting up with things. Being patient means to welcome wholeheartedly whatever arises, having given up the idea that things should be other than what they are.

We need to keep a constant watch over our mind and learn to distinguish between the beneficial and harmful thoughts that are arising moment by moment. Those who are able to do this are truly wise.