In a speedy and aggressive culture, we need different principles to live by-bravery and insight. The first moment of bravery is building trust in the mind, which we do in meditation. When we know how to create peace in our own mind, we can transform the world.

To protect this earth is to protect the very spirit of life

Being fooled into trying to make things work out for 'me' is called samsara.

If we are going to live in a society, there has to be an attitude where people really do care for others.

People can be trained in certain principles, but then they actually have to apply them and try them out.

Many of us are slaves to our minds. Our own mind is our worst enemy. We try to focus, and our mind wanders off. We try to keep stress at bay, but anxiety keeps us awake at night. We try to be good to the people we love, but then we forget them and put ourselves first.

Being human is a precious situation, and we shouldn't waste time in useless activities.