Happiness is a state of inner fulfillment, not the gratification of inexhaustible desires for outward things.

We try to fix the outside so much, but our control of the outer world is limited, temporary, and often, illusory.

[You] can dramatically change [your emotions] to be more altruistic, more loving, more compassionate, more attentive, and especially to have an inner sort of confidence and strength that you know that you have the resources to deal with whatever comes your way.

In a way, there's nothing wrong with playing the piano, but it's not a huge trauma if you don't.

We cannot study everything at the same time.

Happiness is a state of inner fulfillment, not the gratification of inexhaustible desires for outward things.

Meditation gives you more inner strength and confidence, and if you don't feel vulnerable, you can put that to the service of others. So it's not just about sitting and cultivating caring mindfulness. It's building up a way of being and then using it for the service of others.