The quality of our life depends on the quality of the seeds that lie deep in our consciousness.

Meditation is not an escape from life... but preparation for really being in life.

The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment.

As children, Siddhartha and Jesus both realized that life is filled with suffering. The Buddha became aware at an early age that suffering is pervasive. Jesus must have had the same kind of insight, because they both made every effort to offer a way out. We, too, must learn to live in ways that reduce the world's suffering.

Artists have to show us what is not going well within the person and within the society, not try to cover it up.

I don't have to hate any person because I can always start anew, I can always reconcile.

A look filled with understanding, an accepting smile, a loving word, a meal shared in warmth and awareness are the things which create happiness in the present moment. By nourishing awareness in the present moment, you can avoid causing suffering to yourself and those around you. The way you look at others, your smile, and your small acts of caring can create happiness. True happiness does not depend on wealth or fame.