We have the pure nature of the mind.

Of course, now as a woman you can do so much, without being necessarily a rinpoche.

When I look back I can think that of course I've been lazy and haven't practiced as much as I could have and have wasted time. Still though, I look back on my life and I think that really, I am very happy that I lived my life the way I have and I would never ever have wished it any other way - especially, the six years with my lama and then the 18 in Lahul.

In fact there are beautiful people in this world doing incredibly selfless acts over and over and over. Dedicating their lives completely for the welfare and happiness of others.

The dharma is here. And the dharma is in your heart. Where else would it be?

Why do some people, when they want to practice, keep coming against problems and difficulties, and obstacles - inner obstacles and outer obstacles? It's because of the lack of merit.

Develop confidence in your innate qualities and believe that these qualities will be brought to fruition.