“lack of self-confidence was considered, in Buddhism, to be a form of laziness,” — David Michie Buddhism Copy Share Image
“the best way to achieve happiness for oneself is to give happiness to others.” — David Michie Copy Share Image
“Naše prožívaní reality je spíš projekcí naší vlastní mysli, a to mnohem víc než si připouštíme.” — David Michie Reality Copy Share Image
“It is most useful,” Geshe Wangpo told Sam, “to share one’s knowledge with others. Otherwise, what is the point in having it?” — David Michie Knowledge Copy Share Image
“Having money means more opportunity to practice generosity,” he agrees. “Which is the true cause of wealth.” — David Michie Generosity Copy Share Image
“It’s not what happens to you that matters, but the way you interpret things.” — David Michie Copy Share Image
“Buddha: ‘Though one man may conquer a thousand men a thousand times in battle, he who conquers himself is the greatest warrior.” — David Michie Buddhism Copy Share Image
“It is to heal the body, soothe the mind, and give joy to the heart, Because it is your beloved’s lap that… — David Michie Psychology Copy Share Image
“also reflected on His Holiness’s advice about how to deal with problems in life. They are never asked for, but how we… — David Michie Future happiness Copy Share Image
“I didn't know you had a cat!' she exclaimed. I am always surprised how many people make this observation-though not all are… — David Michie Cats Copy Share Image
“The Indian Buddhist guru Shantideva had some wise words on this very subject,” Lobsang said. He began to quote: “‘When crows encounter… — David Michie Buddhism Copy Share Image
“You know, Professor, this stray kitten and you have one very important thing in common.' 'I can't imagine,' responded the professor coolly.… — David Michie Cats Copy Share Image
“Buddha was once asked to describe the essence of his teachings," Rinpoche said. "Do you know what he replied? 'Abandon harmfulness. Cultivate… — David Michie Education Copy Share Image
“The thought manifests as the word; the word manifests as the deed; the deed develops into habit; and habit hardens into character.… — David Michie Habits Copy Share Image
“The main shift, you see, is from placing self at the center of our thoughts to putting others there. It is-what do… — David Michie Buddhism Copy Share Image
“Fear,” said Lobsang. “An instinct that prevents many people from taking actions that they know, deep down inside, would liberate them. Like… — David Michie Fear Copy Share Image
“As much as possible, it is useful to think of all other beings as being just like me. Every living being strives… — David Michie Animals Copy Share Image
“We all share these wishes. But also the way we look for happiness and try to avoid discomfort is the same. Who… — David Michie Copy Share Image
“Yes, dear reader, that’s the other reason we cats purr. Arguably, it’s the most important reason: to make you happy. Purring is… — David Michie Copy Share Image
“Despising yourself, thinking you are no good, saying ‘I can’t do this.’ This is the mind of weakness. You must work to… — David Michie Confidence Copy Share Image
“Every time we do something nice for someone else, even if it is a routine thing they expect, we can do so… — David Michie Buddhism Copy Share Image
“There's no thrilling anticipation of the day's first cup of coffee...nor the eye-closing delight of that first swallow of sauvignon blanc in… — David Michie Adventure Copy Share Image
“Surely you're not saying that the life of a human and the life of an animal are of the same value?' he… — David Michie Animal Copy Share Image
“Even though cats spend most of the day dozing comfortably, we like our humans to keep busy. Not in a noisy or… — David Michie Cats Copy Share Image
“The problem,” observed a tall Indian man sitting next to Serena, “is that we get stuck in our comfort zone, even when… — David Michie Comfort zone Copy Share Image
“how to deal with problems in life. They are never asked for, but how we deal with them defines our future happiness… — David Michie Future happiness Copy Share Image
