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In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision. — Dalai Lama

You are the people who are shaping a better world. One of the secrets of inner peace is the practice of compassion. — Dalai Lama

Too strong a media emphasis on death and violence can lead to despair. — Dalai Lama

I am a firm believer in the importance of democracy, not only as the ultimate goal, but also as an essential part of the process. — Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama is just a temporal leader of Tibet. — Dalai Lama

If I say, "I am a monk." or "I am a Buddhist," these are, in comparison to my nature as a human being, temporary. To be human is basic. — Dalai Lama

It is a wonderful thing if one can use one's place of work as a place of spiritual practice as well. — Dalai Lama

I am a steadfast follower of the doctrine of non-violence which was first preached by Lord Buddha, whose divine wisdom is absolute ... — Dalai Lama

Just like a trained scientist, a disciplined mind will have the knowledge of what to look for and the ability to recognize when discoveries are made. — Dalai Lama XIV

My desire to devolve authority has nothing to do with a wish to shirk responsibility. — Dalai Lama

Pain can change you, but that doesn't mean it has to be a bad change. Take that pain and turn it into wisdom. — Dalai Lama

The Dalai Lama was once asked for his favorite chant, and he said it was better not to have a favorite anything, which I think is a great thought. — Jeremy Piven

A mind that is characterized by unrest will not be tranquil even in the presence of great calm. — Dalai Lama

There must be a way of promoting human values without involving religion, based on common sense, experience and recent scientific findings. — Dalai Lama

Anger or hatred is like a fisherman's hook. It is very important for us to ensure that we are not caught by it. — Dalai Lama XIV

A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering. — Dalai Lama XIV

If someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun. — Dalai Lama XIV

Our every action has a universal dimension, a potential impact on others' happiness. — Dalai Lama

Share your knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality. — Dalai Lama XIV

We need a little more compassion, and if we cannot have it, then no politician or even a magician can save the planet. — Dalai Lama

If we use the brilliant human mind in the wrong way, it is really a disaster. — Dalai Lama XIV

With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world. — Dalai Lama

Be a good human being, a
warmhearted, affectionate person.
That is my fundamental belief. — Dalai Lama

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

Because the twentieth century was a century of violence, let us make the twenty-first a century of dialogue. — Dalai Lama

To be aware of a single shortcoming in oneself is more useful than to be aware of a thousand in someone else. — Dalai Lama

I also saw the Dalai Lama a few times. — Martin Scorsese

Because of the interdependent nature of everything, we cannot hope to solve the multifarious problems with a one-sided or self-centered attitude. — Dalai Lama XIV

Whenever there is a challenge, there is also an opportunity to face it, to demonstrate and develop our will and determination. — Dalai Lama

Our enemies provide us with a precious opportunity to practice patience and love. We should have gratitude toward them. — Dalai Lama

Religious belief is not a precondition either of ethical conduct or of happiness. — Dalai Lama

I am a simple Buddhist monk. — Dalai Lama

I describe myself as a simple Buddhist monk. No more, no less. — Dalai Lama

If you serve others as fully as you can, what you do will be a source of inner joy. — Dalai Lama

[The Dalai Lama ] says Western traditions can teach Tibetans a lot about social action, and he thinks some Christians are very good at that. — Pico Iyer

If someone does not smile at you, be generous and offer your own smile. Nobody needs a smile more than the one that cannot smile to others. — Dalai Lama

As far as I am concerned, any deed done with good motivation is a religios one. — Dalai Lama XIV

Go at least once a year to a place you've never been before. — Dalai Lama

The first step in restoring faith among those you lead is to inspire them with a sense of purpose - just — Dalai Lama XIV

Don't use Buddhism to become a Buddhist. Use Buddhism to become better at whatever else in your life you are doing already. — Dalai Lama

In order to achieve peace, tranquility, and real friendship, we must minimize anger and cultivate kindness and a warm heart. — Dalai Lama XIV

When we develop a right attitude of compassion and gratitude, we take a giant step towards solving our personal and international problems — Dalai Lama

A happy mind is a healthy mind, and a healthy mind is good for the body. — Dalai Lama XIV

An enemy is indeed a precious teacher. — Dalai Lama

We need to teach people that the environment has a direct bearing on our own benefit. — Dalai Lama

Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck. — Dalai Lama XIV

A genuine transformation that results from sustained concerted effort is long lasting because it has a firm foundation. — Dalai Lama

I am convinced that everyone can develop a good heart and a sense of universal responsibility with or without religion. — Dalai Lama

Once a year go some place you've never been before — Dalai Lama XIV

I believe deeply that we must find, all of us together, a new spirituality. — Dalai Lama

Im a Tibetan monk, not a vegetarian, — Dalai Lama

We have a natural creative ability and it is very important to realize this. — Dalai Lama

A simple smile. That's the start of
opening your heart and being
compassionate to others. — Dalai Lama

True spirituality is a mental attitude you can practice at any time. — Dalai Lama XIV

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. — Dalai Lama

Self-discipline is crucial to a simpler, more contented life. — Dalai Lama

From a certain point of view our real enemy, the true troublemaker, is inside. — Dalai Lama

I became the Dalai Lama not on a volunteer basis. — Dalai Lama

Of course, I fail sometimes. Sometimes I get irritated. Occasionally I use a harsh word, but when I do, immediately I feel "Oh, this is wrong. — Dalai Lama XIV

We must each lead a way of life with self-awareness and compassion, to do as much as we can. Then, whatever happens we will have no regrets. — Dalai Lama

A generous heart and wholesome actions lead to greater peace. — Dalai Lama

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

Nothing comes into being without a cause and when all the conditions are created, there is nothing that can prevent the consequence. — Dalai Lama

The key point is kindness. With kindness one will have inner peace. Through inner peace, world peace can one day be a reality. — Dalai Lama

We must have a human approach. As far as socioeconomic theory, I am Marxist. — Dalai Lama XIV

The more we take the welfare of others to heart and work for their benefit, the more benefit we derive for ourselves. This is a fact that we can see. — Dalai Lama

We have always been a nation different from the Chinese. Long ago we fought wars with them. — Dalai Lama

Warm-heartedne ss and concern for others' well-being are a condition for happiness, whether you are religious or not. — Dalai Lama

Compassion is a mental quality that can bring us true lasting inner peace and inner strength. — Dalai Lama

If your life becomes only a medium of production, then many of the good human values and characteristics will be lost. — Dalai Lama

Unlike an external enemy, the inner enemy cannot regroup and launch a comeback once it has been destroyed from within. — Dalai Lama

The essence of any religion is good heart. Sometimes I call love and compassion a universal religion. This is my religion. — Dalai Lama

The acquisition of mental skills is a matter of volition and focused effort; it is not a special mystical gift given to the few. — Dalai Lama XIV

On a daily basis, you must take more care of your mind than just money, money, money! — Dalai Lama

When reason ends, then anger begins. Therefore, anger is a sign of weakness. — Dalai Lama

Being born a human being is a rare event in itself, and it is wise to use this opportunity as beneficially as possible. — Dalai Lama XIV

Each of us has the potential to contribute ... You have a great opportunity to make a new shape of the world. — Dalai Lama

Prayer alone will not make a happy life. A happy life must be built. You must act. — Dalai Lama

Spirit is a land of high white peaks and glittering jewel-like lakes and flowers. Life is sparse and sounds travel great distances. — Dalai Lama

Everybody wants a happy life and a peaceful mind, but we have to produce peace of mind through our own practice. — Dalai Lama XIV

A little nonconceptuality can provide a much needed vacation. — Dalai Lama XIV

The view that all mental processes are necessarily physical processes is a metaphysical assumption, not a scientific fact. — Dalai Lama XIV

When our mind is calm, we're better able to find peace of mind and live a joyful life. — Dalai Lama

Don't become a Buddhist. The world doesn't need Buddhist. Do practice Compassion. The world needs more compassion. — Dalai Lama

As far as social-economic theory is concerned, I am still a Marxist — Dalai Lama

If your own mental attitude is correct, even if you remain in a hostile atmosphere, you feel happy. — Dalai Lama

It does not matter whether you are a theist or atheist, what matters is sincerity, forgiveness, and compassion. — Dalai Lama

True friendship develops not as a result of money or power but on the basis of genuine human affection. — Dalai Lama

I consider myself as a free spokesman for the people. — Dalai Lama

If we have a positive mental attitude, then even when surrounded by hostility, we shall not lack inner peace. — Dalai Lama

A sense of concern for others gives our lives meaning; it is the root of all human happiness — Dalai Lama

Generally speaking, if a human being never shows anger, then I think something's wrong. He's not right in the brain. — Dalai Lama

A lack of transparency results in distrust and a deep sense of insecurity. — Dalai Lama

In the modern world, the interests of a particular community can no longer be considered to lie within the confines of its own boundaries. — Dalai Lama

A positive state of mind is not merely good for you, it benefits everyone with whom you come into contact, literally changing the world. — Dalai Lama

Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects. — Dalai Lama

When you engage in fulfilling the needs of others, your own needs are fulfilled as a by-product. — Dalai Lama

Through awareness, you get a certain attitude. That's the way, you see, to achieve more peaceful, more compassion, more friendship through that way. — Dalai Lama

I learn as much from a turtle as from a religious text. — Dalai Lama

I always believed in love, compassion, and a sense of universal respect. Every human being has that potential. — Dalai Lama