The more time you spend thinking about yourself, the more suffering you will experience.
DALAI LAMAIf someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun.
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The way to change others’ minds is with affection, and not anger.
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World peace must develop from inner peace.
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There is no guarantee that tomorrow at this time we will be here.
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Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.
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Happiness doesn’t always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.
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Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.
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People inflict pain on others in the selfish pursuit of their happiness or satisfaction.
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Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.
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Each of us has hopes, worries, fears, and dreams. Each of us wants the best for our family and loved ones.
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Love is the absence of judgment.
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I defeat my enemies when I make them my friends.
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Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.
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If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.
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Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives.
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Love and Compassion are the true religions to me. But to develop this, we do not need to believe in any religion.
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