Struggling with the world and having the problem of you vs. the world is a really big problem. You're going to lose because the world is so much bigger than you, and longer lasting.
Robert ThurmanEnlightenment is not meant to be an object of religious faith. It is an evolutionary goal, something we want to become.
Robert ThurmanThe person who is tormenting the Tibetans feels they have to get rid of the Tibetans in order to be happy.
Robert ThurmanIf you see really bright lights, or hear really loud noises, go towards them, don't run away from anything. It's like giving someone instructions on how to handle a bear, don't run away from it. Stand up and try to make yourself look as big as possible. Don't give it the signal that it should chase you. And that's the case with the after death visions. Don't go for dark seductive lights, go only for bright lights.
Robert Thurman