If nuns begin getting more empowered, where does that leave us?

Forget about realizing shunyata and going on the different bhumis and all this. Just stay in the moment, stay aware, be kind and try to improve your mind.

In the very deep darkness of this world, little pinpoints of light show up very brightly and can shine a long way.

Merit clears away obstacles.

We don't always need to be sitting at the foot of the teacher, but from time to time we need someone who can overview us and give us direction.

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

It's very important to realize that every person that you meet, everything that you do, with the right attitude and a little awareness and skillful means - we can transform everything - all our joys and sorrows.