There may be a time when a country will have to wake up from a vision of happiness, when they have to realize that theirs is not the perfect idea, that there are many aspects that do not correspond to the reality of what is there, the real need and aspirations of the people.

Buddhism teaches us not to try to run away from suffering. You have to confront suffering. You have to look deeply into the nature of suffering in order to recognize its cause, the making of the suffering.

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

Our life is a manifestation, and we can very well make that manifestation beautiful and meaningful and have a good influence.

Your presence is a miracle.

Today, you can decide to walk in freedom. You can choose to walk differently. You can walk as a free person, enjoying every step.

I realize that many elements of the Buddhist teaching can be found in Christianity, Judaism, Islam. I think if Buddhism can help, it is the concrete methods of practice.