Things falling apart is a kind of testing and also a kind of healing.

As Buddhism moved to the West, one of the big characteristics was the strong place of women. That didn't exist in the countries of origin. It's just a sign of our culture.

Let difficulty transform you. And it will. In my experience, we just need help in learning how not to run away.

Times are difficult globally; awakening is no longer a luxury or an ideal. It’s becoming critical. We don’t need to add more depression, more discouragement, or more anger to what’s already here. It’s becoming essential that we learn how to relate sanely with difficult times. The earth seems to be beseeching us to connect with joy and discover our innermost essence. This is the best way that we can benefit others.

The wisdom, the strength, the confidence - the awakened heart and mind are always accessible -- here, now, always.

You see, there really is no separation between you and everyone else.

The truth is that good and bad coexist; sour and sweet coexist. They aren't really opposed to each other.