Compassion is not religious business, it is human business, it is not luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human survival.


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Every noble work is bound to face problems and obstacles. It is important to check your goal and mot...
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If you have fear of some pain or suffering, you should examine whether there is anything you can do ...
DALAI LAMA
It is very important to generate a good attitude, a good heart, as much as possible. From this, happ...
DALAI LAMA
We must follow nonviolent principle so that later we can live happily.
DALAI LAMA
When we are young and again when we are old, we depend heavily on the affection of others. Between t...
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In the present circumstances, no one can afford to assume that someone else will solve their problem...
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To be aware of a single shortcoming within oneself is more useful than to be aware of a thousand in ...
DALAI LAMA
I find that because of modern technological evolution and our global economy, and as a result of the...
DALAI LAMA
Basically we are all the same human beings with the same potential to be a good human being or a bad...
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With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better...
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Consciousness will always be present, though a particular consciousness may cease. For example, the ...
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I am open to the guidance of synchronicity, and do not let expectations hinder my path.
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I think with this key I go everywhere,
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Go at least once a year to a place you have never been before
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Spend some time alone every day.
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A new way of thinking has become the necessary condition for responsible living and acting. If we ma...
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The real test of compassion is not what we say in abstract discussions but how we conduct ourselves ...
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The best way to resolve any problem in the human world is for all sides to sit down and talk.
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One thing I want to make clear, as far as my own rebirth is concerned, the final authority is myself...
DALAI LAMA
There is no need for temples, no need for
complicated philosophies. My brain and my
heart...
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As human beings we all want to be happy and free from misery… we have learned that the key to happi...
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I believe that the very purpose of our life is to seek happiness. That is clear. Whether one believe...
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I am confident I will set foot again in Tibet in my lifetime.
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Love is the absence of judgment.
DALAI LAMA XIV
Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.
DALAI LAMA XIV
It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for...
DALAI LAMA XIV
Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt th...
DALAI LAMA XIV
There is a saying in Tibetan, 'Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.'
No matter w...
DALAI LAMA XIV
To remain indifferent to the challenges we face is indefensible. If the goal is noble, whether or no...
DALAI LAMA XIV
My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.
DALAI LAMA XIV