28 Best Quotes of Dalai Lama

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“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.”

“We can’t never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.”

“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.”

“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”

“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”

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

“Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.”

“If you want to change the world, first try to improve and bring about change within yourself.”

“There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called Yesterday and the other is called Tomorrow. Today is the right day to Love, Believe, Do and mostly Live.”

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.”

“We have bigger houses but smaller families; more conveniences, but less time; We have more degrees, but less sense; more knowledge, but less judgment; more experts, but more problems; more medicine, but less wellness.”

“We are bound to the chains of bitterness, tied together, trapped. Until we can forgive the person who harmed us, that person will hold the keys to our happiness.”

“Never give up. No matter what is going on, never give up.”

“I believe all suffering is caused by ignorance. People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction. Yet true happiness comes from a sense of peace and contentment, which in turn must be achieved through the cultivation of altruism, of love and compassion, and elimination of ignorance, selfishness, and greed.”

“Human beings are of such nature that they should have not only material facilities but spiritual sustenance as well. Without spiritual sustenance, it is difficult to get and maintain peace of mind.” ​

“If the love within your mind is lost and you see other beings as enemies, then no matter how much knowledge or education or material comfort you have, only suffering and confusion will ensure.”

“The more we care for the happiness of others, the greater is our own sense of well-being. Cultivating a close, warm-hearted feeling for others automatically puts the mind at ease. It is the ultimate source of success in life.”

“Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend – or a meaningful day.”

“Follow the three R’s: — respect for self — respect for others, and — responsibility for all your actions.”

“Don’t let a little dispute injure a great relationship.”

“Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get older, and think back, you will be able to enjoy it a second time.”

“A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.”

“In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Don’t bring up the past.” ​

“Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.”

“Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.”

“Share your knowledge. It’s a way to achieve immortality.”

“We need to learn how to want what we have, not to have what we want in order to get steady and stable happiness.”

“A truly compassionate attitude toward others does not change even if they behave negatively or hurt you.”

“When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others.”

“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.”

“In the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher.”

“The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your action will be.”

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

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I am a student of Buddhist teachings, sharing valuable insights from my journey of self-learning and exploring Buddhism. Most of the articles are compiled from the lectures of various Vietnamese monks. I hope these writings are as helpful to you as they have been to me.

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