The world is full of incredible people who are embodiments of compassion. Some of them have a spiritual path; some of them don't.

Why are we sitting? Why are we practicing? Why are we doing anything? It's not so I can be happy. It's so I can embody the dharma in order to benefit other beings.

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.

It's interesting that in those countries like Taiwan or Korea, where nuns are given equal opportunities for study and practice, they also develop great social awareness.

We shouldn't be too naïve, or taken in by charisma.

Joining the Sangha and renouncing worldly life is necessary in order to devote your whole life and all your energies toward the Dharma.

When I was in retreat I just did my meditation sessions and, in-between, reading and things I had to do.