Our practice rather than being about killing the ego is about simply discovering our true nature.

Meditation trains the mind the way physical exercise strengthens the body.

The most common response I hear when I tell people I teach meditation is, "I'm so stressed out. I could use some of that!" A response I also sometimes hear, which amuses me a lot is, "My partner should really meet you!"

We do good because it frees the heart. It opens us to a wellspring of happiness.

It is so powerful when we can leave behind our ordinary identities, no longer think of ourselves primarily as a conductor, or writer, or salesclerk, and go to a supportive environment to deeply immerse in meditation practice.

Compassion isn't morose; it's something replenishing and opening; that's why it makes us happy.

We find greater lightness & ease in our lives as we increasingly care for ourselves & other beings.