We do all kinds of things to remain beautiful. Yet, we spend surprisingly little time taking care of what matters most - the way our mind functions.

Negative emotions like hatred destroy our peace of mind.

A big part of pain is the subjective reaction of trying to revolt against pain. If it's there, it's better to deal with it. Most of it is "I cannot stand it," and that component is enhancing pain so much.

There is definitely openness to others' suffering that is dealt not with distress but with compassion.

What counts is not the enormity of the task, but the size of the courage.

Changing your attitude has a curative effect... Maybe you can go directly to a change of mind, a change of attitude.

Simplifying our lives does not mean sinking into idleness, but on the contrary, getting rid of the most subtle aspect of laziness: the one which makes us take on thousands of less important activities.