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

The cause of happiness and the solution to our problems do not lie in knowledge of material things. Happiness and suffering are states of mind, and so their main causes cannot be found outside the mind. If we want to be truly happy and free from suffering, we must learn how to control our mind.

Listening is a lamp that dispels the darkness of ignorance.

Patience is a strength, not a weakness; and if by practicing patience we stop retaliating to harm and criticism, people will gradually come to understand that our real nature is very special

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

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.

We do not need to become unhappy just because things don't go our way.