Dalai Lama Quotes

With the realization of one’s own potential and self-confidence in one’s ability, one can build a better world.

It is difficult to achieve a spirit of genuine cooperation as long as people remain indifferent to the feelings and happiness of others.

There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temples; my philosophy is kindness.

I believe that we are fundamentally the same and have the same basic potential.

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

I find hope in the darkest of days, and focus in the brightest. I do not judge the universe.

Consider that not only do negative thoughts and emotions destroy our experience of peace, but they also undermine our health.

Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.

Even an animal, if you show genuine affection, gradually trust develops… If you always showing bad face and beating, how can you develop friendship?

The most important thing is transforming our minds, for a new way of thinking, a new outlook: we should strive to develop a new inner world.