One thing in the Buddhadharma is that we are not our body, we are not our gender.

If we greet situations with a positive attitude, we will eventually create positive returns. If we respond with a negative attitude, negative things will eventually come our way.

We only think about the difficult people and the horrible things that happen. That's what gets all the media attention.

Merit clears away obstacles.

We're not lowly sinners, we're not worthless beings. We are something jewel-like and beautiful.

Everyone should not be ordained, but for those who really feel that the only thing that matters in this world is the Dharma, then it is a logical step to adopt a form of life that automatically precludes worldly distractions.

At the age of 21 I was so sensible and became a nun. I am very grateful to myself for that.