Anger is like a flame blazing up and consuming our self-control, making us think, say, and do things that we will probably regret later.

Do not say that I'll depart tomorrow because even today I still arrive.

Nothing is more precious than being in the present moment. Fully alive, fully aware.

We try many ways to be awake, but our society still keeps us forgetful. Meditation is to help us remember.

When you feel anger arising, remember to return to your breathing and follow it. The other person may see that you are practicing, and she may even apologize.

Preventing war is much better than protesting against the war. Protesting the war is too late.

The kingdom of God is available to you in the here and the now. But the question is whether you are available to the kingdom.