We have to know what is Buddhadharma and what is not Buddhadharma. It needn't go on forever. You don't have to spend 18 years at it. But still, a basic and uncompromised understanding of Buddhist principles is important. Very basic: the three signs of being, the four noble rruths, karma, and so on.

In one way I would like to teach, but I have no qualifications to teach Westerners.

Until time and space exist... I vow to come back for the benefit of other beings.

One has to find a balance. I don't say that when you leave it you forget all about the dharma or practice, but there have to be times when you throw yourself into it, and then there are times when you just relax and realize that wherever you go, you cannot get out of the dharma.

There are wonderful beings in this world.

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

We should develop a deep appreciation for all the we have, and not waste it, otherwise we'll die with deep regrets.