Only in the reality of the present can we love, can we awaken, can we find peace and understanding and connection with ourselves and the world.

Knowledge and achievements matter little if we do not yet know how to touch the heart of another and be touched.

Indifference pretends to create peace, but it is based on not caring, a silent resignation. It is a movement away, a separation fed by a subtle fear of the heart. We pull back, believing that what happens to others is not our concern. Our courage leaves us. Indifference is a misguided way of defending ourselves.

Acceptance does not mean inaction. We may need to respond, strongly at times...From a peaceful center we can respond instead of react. Unconscious reactions create problems. Considered responses bring peace. With a peaceful heart whatever happens can be met with wisdom...Peace is not weak; it is unshakable.

We need energy, commitment, and courage not to run from our life nor to cover it over with any philosophy—material or spiritual.

The person who betrayed you is sunning themselves on a beach in Hawaii and you're knotted up in hatred. Who is suffering?

Indifference is a misguided way of defending ourselves.