When we scratch the wound and give into our addictions we do not allow the wound to heal.

In truth, there is enormous space in which to live our everyday lives.

How do we cultivate the conditions for joy to expand? We train in staying present.

We are not given any promises that, because of our noble intentions, everything will be okay. We learn that what truly heals is gratitude and tenderness. We [need] to transform our minds and actions for the sake of other people and for the future of the world.

Just where you are-that's the place to start!

Everything is material for the seed of happiness, if you look into it with inquisitiveness and curiosity. The future is completely open, and we are writing it moment to moment. There always is the potential to create an environment of blame -or one that is conducive to loving-kindness.

Patience is not learned in safety.