To bow to the fact of our life's sorrows and betrayals is to accept them; and from this deep gesture we discover that all life is workable. As we learn to bow, we discover that the heart holds more freedom and compassion than we could imagine.

The work of your heart, the work of taking time, to listen, to help, is also your gift to the whole of the world

The wholeness and freedom we seek is our true nature, who we really are.

We can bring our spiritual practice into the streets, into our communities, when we see each realm as a temple, as a place to discover that which is sacred.

The words of the Buddha offer this truth: ∼ Hatred never ceases by hatred but by love alone is healed.

Train your mind the same way you’d train a puppy: Be patient, be consistent, and have some fun along the way.

May I be given the appropriate difficulties so that my heart can truly open with compassion. Imagine asking for that.