Tibetans have a saying: If bad news comes, you listen here (points to the right ear) and let it out here (points to the left ear). - H.H. the Dalai Lama
If we wish to secure peace for ourselves, we must start by championing it for others. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Peace starts within each one of us. When we have inner peace, we can be at peace with those around us. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
As more and more people become educated as to their individual potential, the more they seek to express themselves through a democratic system. - H.H the Dalai Lama
My favorite aspect of American culture is the sense of ease with which you interact with people. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Faith leads you to a higher state of existence, whereas reason and analysis lead you to full liberation. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
For the sake of our future generations, we need to take care of our earth and of our environment. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Inner peace is the key. If you have inner peace, the external problems do not affect your deep sense of peace and tranquillity. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Sensitiveness to people's problems, truthfulness, honesty, and a sense of responsibility are vital both for governance and also as a source of satisfaction. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Achieving nirvana brings freedom from the endless cycle of suffering caused by wanting too much money, of seeking too much power, of trying to find happiness through sensual pleasures. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
The essence of Buddhism is if you can, help others. If not, then at least refrain from hurting others. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Political leaders needed to inculcate more spiritual values than those sages living on the mountaintops. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
We need to help each other when we have difficulties, and we must share the good fortune that we enjoy. - H.H. the Dalai Lama
Sorry to interupt, but do you know of any Buddhist forums ANd thank you for your sharings of insight, the world will always need it