Circumstances Quotes by Dalai Lama

10 Circumstances quotes by Dalai Lama

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Facing uncertainty can feel overwhelming, but the Dalai Lama’s gentle wisdom cuts through the noise. In this brief set, his words remind us to stay compassionate and centered, no matter the situation.

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Under no circumstances should you lose hope.

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Sometimes, whether a desire is excessive or negative depends on the circumstances or society in which you live in.

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Although under particular circumstances, the violence method - any method - can be justified, nevertheless once you commit violence, then counterviolence will…

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External circumstances can contribute to one's happiness and well-being, but ultimately happiness and suffering depend on the mind.

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Happiness does not come about only due to external circumstances; it mainly derives from inner attitudes.

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Buddha himself taught different teachings to different people under different circumstances. For some people, there are beliefs based on a Creator. For…

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It is our custom to say that someone is 'lucky' or 'unlucky' if they meet with fortunate or unfortunate circumstances, respectively. It…

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What acts as a far more effective circumstance for generating compassion and what, in fact, rouses us from our comfortable meditation seat…

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In the present circumstances, no one can afford to assume that someone else will solve their problems. Every individual has a responsibility…

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Love, compassion and concern for others are real sources of happiness. If you have these in abundance, you will not be disturbed…

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