By the way that we think and by the way that we believe in things, in that way our world is created.

Feelings like disappointment, embarrassment, irritation, resentment, anger, jealousy, and fear, instead of being bad news, are actually very clear moments that teach us where it is that we're holding back.

The painful thing is that when we buy into disapproval, we are practicing disapproval. When we buy into harshness, we are practicing harshness. The more we do it, the stronger these qualities become. How sad it is that we become so expert at causing harm to ourselves and others. The trick then is to practice gentleness and letting go. We can learn to meet whatever arises with curiosity and not make it such a big deal.

Deep down in the human spirit, there is a reservoir of courage. It is always available, always waiting to be discovered.

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

Nothing in its essence is one way or the other.

As Buddhism moved from one culture to another, it always adapted.