Dalai Lama Quotes, Understanding Quotes, Use Quotes

On those days when I can spend a few hours getting some understanding, I feel fulfilled. I feel as if I have made good use of my time.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Understanding Quotes , Use Quotes

I make small mistakes every day. But major mistakes? It doesn't seem so. I've examined my service to the Tibetan people and to humanity, and I've done as much as I can in my life.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Mistake Quotes , People Quotes

In pluralistic, democratic societies, there is the freedom to adopt the religion of your choice. This is good. This lets curious people like you run around on the loose!

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Running Quotes , People Quotes

Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Strength Quotes , Painful Experiences Quotes

Perhaps our teachings seem less religious and more technical, like psychology, so they are easier for secular people to use.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Religious Quotes , Teaching Quotes

I believe all religions pursue the same goals, that of cultivating human goodness and bringing happiness to all human beings. Though the means might appear different the ends are the same.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Peace Quotes , Believe Quotes

Once we have a firm practice of compassion our state of mind becomes stronger which leads to inner peace, giving rise to self-confidence, which reduces fear. This makes for constructive members of the community. Self-centredness on the other hand leads to distance, suspicion, mistrust and loneliness, with unhappiness as the result.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Distance Quotes , Loneliness Quotes

When we speak of a calm state of mind or peace of mind, we shouldn't confuse that with an insensitive state of apathy. Having a calm or peaceful state of mind doesn't mean being spaced out or completely empty. Peace of mind or a calm state of mind is rooted in affection and compassion and is sensitive and responsive to others.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Mean Quotes , Compassion Quotes

If you have fear of some pain or suffering, you should examine whether there is anything you can do about it. If you can, there is no need to worry about it; if you cannot do anything, then there is also no need to worry.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Inspirational Quotes , Life Quotes

You have to start giving first and expect absolutely nothing.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Giving Quotes , Firsts Quotes

If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Inspirational Quotes , Funny Quotes

For Tibetans, the real strength of our struggle is truth - not size, money, or expertise.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Real Quotes , Struggle Quotes

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.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Religious Quotes , Business Quotes

Use your human intelligence in the best way you can; transform your emotions in a positive way.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Use Quotes , Way Quotes

If you practice in accord with your individual capacity, little by little you will find more pleasure and joy in it. As you gain inner strength, your positive actions will gain in profundity and scope.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Practice Quotes , Joy Quotes

We must realize that it is best to focus on our oneness, to re emphasize what is the same about each of us rather than dwell on what is different.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Oneness Quotes , Focus Quotes

A sense of contentment is crucial to being happy. Physical health, material wealth and friends contribute to this, but contentment governs our relations with them all.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Contentment Quotes , Wealth Quotes

Afflictive emotions - our jealousy, anger, hatred, fear - can be put to an end. When you realize that these emotions are only temporary, that they always pass on like clouds in the sky, you also realize they can ultimately be abandoned.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Emotional Quotes , Clouds Quotes

If a person's basic state of mind is serene and calm, then it is possible for this inner peace to overwhelm a painful physical experience.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Pursuit Of Happiness Quotes , Meditation Quotes

Kindness and a good heart are the foundation for success in this life, progress on the spiritual path, and the fulfillment of our aspirations. Our need for them is not limited to any specific time, place, society, or culture.

5 years ago

Message Copied

Tags : Dalai Lama Quotes , Spiritual Quotes , Kindness Quotes