It is possible to live twenty-four hours a day in a state of love. Every movement, every glance, every thought, and every word can be infused with love.

To develop understanding, you have to practice looking at all living things with the eyes of compassion.

Maybe we have enough technology to save the planet but it is not enough because the people are not ready.

Each breath we take, each step we make, each smile we realize, is a positive contribution to peace... a necessary step in the direction of peace for the world.

Total relaxation is the secret to enjoying sitting meditation. I sit with my spine upright, but not rigid; and I relax all the muscles in my body.

Every morning, when we wake up, we have twenty-four brand-new hours to live. What a precious gift!

The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence.