in Quotes & Aphorisms (Wisdom)
Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.
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Citations by Dalai Lama
in Quotes & Aphorisms (Life)
Given the scale of life in the cosmos, one human life is no more than a tiny blip. Each one of us is a just visitor to this planet, a guest, who will only stay for a limited time. What greater folly could there be than to spend this short time alone, unhappy or in conflict with our companions? Far better, surely, to use our short time here in living a meaningful life, enriched by our sense of connection with others and being of service to them.
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in Quotes & Aphorisms (Solidarity )
The topic of compassion is not at all religious business; it is important to know it is human business, it is a question of human survival.
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Unless the direction of science is guided by a consciously ethical motivation, especially compassion, its effects may fail to bring benefit. They may indeed cause great harm.
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No matter what activity or practice we are pursuing, there isn't anything that isn't made easier through constant familiarity and training. Through training, we can change; we can transform ourselves. Within Buddhist practice there are various methods of trying to sustain a calm mind when some disturbing event happens. Through repeated practice of these methods we can get to the point where some disturbance may occur but the negative effects on our mind remain on the surface, like the waves that may ripple on the surface of an ocean but don't have much effect deep down. And, although my own experience may be very little, I have found this to be true in my own small practice. So, if I receive some tragic news, at that moment I may experience some disturbance within my mind, but it goes very quickly. Or, I may become irritated and develop some anger, but again, it dissipates very quickly. There is no effect on the deeper mind. No hatred. This was achieved through gradual practice; it didn't happen overnight. Certainly not. The Dalai Lama has been engaged in training his mind since he was four years old.
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The essence of any religion is good heart. Sometimes I call love and compassion a universal religion. This is my religion.
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I always tell my Western friends that it is best to keep your own tradition. Changing religion is not easy and sometimes causes confusion. You must value your tradition and honor your own religion.
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in Quotes & Aphorisms (Wisdom)
As you breathe in, cherish yourself. As you breathe out, cherish all beings.
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in Quotes & Aphorisms (Life)
Let us try to recognize the precious nature of each day.
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With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world.
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