When we are using this term 'basic goodness,' we are talking about our inherent completeness.

The first thing you have to do is acknowledge the basic and fundamental goodness of all beings. If you don't, then you are going to have conflict. That's at the core of Shambhala.

When we are using this term 'basic goodness,' we are talking about our inherent completeness.

The wise are balanced, and the foolish are extreme.

The body benefits from movement, and the mind benefits from stillness.

If you see life as an opportunity, or if you see helping others as an opportunity, then all of a sudden you become joyous. You want to go forward.

When we are certain that the way to accomplish our own wishes is to help others, we have no regrets.