Even when we speak of selflessness, the mind goes to "me." We think, "I'm selfless," but everything is selfless.

After you run, there's a sense of accomplishment; you feel like your life is meaningful. It's a moment of clarity.

Fundamentally, Buddhism is for the awakenment and benefit of beings. So, you can't say, "Oh, you can't have it because you're not ready for it." That goes against the fundamental principle.

The most important thing is having the right mind - a mind that can see it. Once you have an open mind, you see a lot of auspicious coincidence taking place.

You need to become more genuine to who you are. So, people pushing you can help take you to the level where you really understand the principles and enter them into action.

When the mind is totally present, it is relaxed, nimble, and sensitive. It feels lighter and clearer. It notices everything, but it is not distracted by anything. It is the feeling of knowing exactly where you are and what you are doing.

True happiness is always available to us, but first we have to create the environment for it to flourish.