If we want to be musicians, dancers or sportspeople, we can download a certain amount and watch DVDs and read books, but in the end we need someone to assess us and give us personal instruction. The two go together.

The real spiritual power is enabling beings to realize the nature of the mind. That's the power of Buddha activity.

When we read history we find that in all ages people have thought, this is the dark age.

There is a tremendous rise now in feminine awareness and wishing for equality, equal opportunities.

Keep your practice very simple and don't be too ambitious.

People should find what approach really speaks to them, and then do it. Obviously, better with a good teacher, who can help you on the path. But in any case, basic principles.

Actually we've got countless lifetimes, so relax.