There's a big difference between being able to explain religion intellectually and transforming that knowledge into spiritual experience.

When you check your own mind properly, you stop blaming others for your problems.

At certain times, a silent mind is very important, but 'silent' does not mean closed. The silent mind is an alert, awakened mind; a mind seeking the nature of reality.

Your mind is your religion.

Just the idea that you are religious doesn't help at all. It does not help you; it does not help others. In order to really help others, you need to gain knowledge-wisdom.

If you expect your life to be full of ups and downs, then your mind will be much more peaceful.

Be blissful and enjoy your life; do not let yourself become obsessed with anything. Determine to use the rest of your life to benefit others as much as possible.