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.

Pure happiness can only be attained through developing our mind.

If we transform our ordinary mind into love and compassion we will naturally act in a positive way.

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 the turbulence of distracting thoughts subside and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arises from within.

We need modern ideas, but we also need ancient wisdom. If we deny ancient wisdom we are making a big mistake.