If we take the time to look deeply, we see that understanding and compassion arise from suffering. Understanding is the understanding of suffering, and compassion is the kind of energy that can transform suffering. If suffering is not there, we have no means to cultivate our understanding and our compassion. This is something quite simple to see

They criticize the silent ones. They criticize the talkative ones. They criticize the moderate ones. There is no one in the world who escapes criticism.

I am determined to practice deep listening. I am determined to practice loving speech.

To reconcile conflicting parties, we must have the ability to understand the suffering of both sides.

Peace in ourselves, peace in the world.

Every one of us needs a home. The world needs a home. There are so many young people who are homeless. They may have a building to live in, but they are homeless in their hearts. That is why the most important practice of our time is to give each person a home.

Breathing in, there is only the present moment. Breathing out, it is a wonderful moment.