The energy of compassion is very strong. We suffer. That is real. But we have learned not to get angry and not to allow ourselves to be carried by anger. We realize right away that that is fear. That is corruption.
Nhat HanhMany people think excitement is happiness.... But when you are excited you are not peaceful. True happiness is based on peace.
Nhat HanhBuddhism is in your heart. Even if you don't have any temple or any monks, you can still be a Buddhist in your heart and life.
Nhat Hanh