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

I think we are very environmental people. We need to be supported environmentally. Books very much have that imprint on the mind.

As the conceptual, material world increases its hold on us, and inanimate objects become more lifelike, we humans must become more human. Open hearts, kindness and care-these are our most precious gifts.

Shambhala can be relevant in terms of what is going on in the world.

In Tibetan, we say people who have good windhorse have the sense they can accomplish what they want to do.

If we do not appreciate the sensitivity and subtlety of the human heart, how can we appreciate the sensitivity and subtlety of the natural world?

Meditation practice is relevant because in meditation our conceptual mind relaxes and we can feel who we are at heart.