The nature of the mind is such that if certain mental qualities are developed on a sound basis, they not only remain,… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is not enough to be compassionate. You must act. There are two aspects to action. One is to overcome the distortions… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Our world and our lives have become increasingly interdependent, so when our neighbour is harmed, it affects us too. Therefore we have… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Although violence and the use of force may appear powerful and decisive, their benefits are short-lived. Violence can never bring a lasting… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Anger and hatred cannot bring harmony. The noble task of arms control and disarmament cannot be accomplished by confrontation and condemnation. Hostile… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I feel they should be discussed informally, truthfully, honestly, and in some cases, I think, without forgetting ... long-term vision. They should… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is our custom to say that someone is 'lucky' or 'unlucky' if they meet with fortunate or unfortunate circumstances, respectively. It… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We know that to wage a nuclear war today, for example, would be a form of suicide; or that to pollute the… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
When the days become longer and there is more sunshine, the grass becomes fresh and, consequently, we feel very happy. On the… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We have a largely materialistic lifestyle characterized by a materialistic culture. However, this only provides us with temporary, sensory satisfaction, whereas long-term… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I believe compassion to be one of the few things we can practice that will bring immediate and long-term happiness to our… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
It is worth remembering that the time of greatest gain in terms of wisdom and inner strength is often that of greatest… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Try to remain truthful. The power of truth never declines. Force and violence may be effective in the short term, but in… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
In dealing with those who are undergoing great suffering, if you feel "burnout" setting in, if you feel demoralized and exhausted, it… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Some people say that the West has a cruel history. These people also may see the achievements of Western countries - in… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Tibetans must take full authority and responsibility for developing industry, looking from all different perspectives, taking care of the environment, conserving resources… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Every morning when I wake up, I dedicate myself to helping others to find peace of mind. Then, when I meet people,… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
So, the tendency of our childish nature is to take small things too seriously and get easily offended, whereas when we are… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
In order to develop the willpower it takes to sacrifice, you must first realize that spending all your time and energy pursuing… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Although under particular circumstances, the violence method - any method - can be justified, nevertheless once you commit violence, then counterviolence will be returned. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
There are a number of qualities which are important for mental peace, but from the little experience I have, I believe that one of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
In the interests of everyone the artist had a responsibility to use his medium well. In the Tibetan culture, most of the paintings are… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
If the mind is dominated by hatred, the best part of the brain, which is used to judge right and wrong, does not function… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
More compassionate mind, more sense of concern for other's well-being, is source of happiness. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
Everybody loves to talk about calmness and peace, whether in a family, national, or international context, but without inner peace how can we make… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
The only "definitive truth" for Buddhism is the absolute negation of any one truth as the Definitive Truth. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We can change society, change humanity by changing ourselves as individuals. By cultivating inner values, we can change our own lives and those of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
I don't want to convert people to Buddhism — all major religions, when understood properly, have the same potential for good. — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
There is no way to escape death, it is just like trying to escape by four great mountains touching sky. There is no escape… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
We live within the environment. So that directly relates with our survival, our life. So through that way, more concern of well being of… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
My belief is that the various religious traditions have great potential to increase compassion, the sense of caring for one another, and the spirit… — Dalai Lama Copy Share Image
