“Within all beings there is the seed of perfection. However, compassion is required in order to activate that seed which is inherent in our hearts and minds....”
― The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living
― The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living
“If you can change the way you think in time you will notice a change in your heart and also a change in your life and the way you see things.”
― Real Expression's of Words Never Heard The Poet, The Man, The Idea
― Real Expression's of Words Never Heard The Poet, The Man, The Idea
“I believe that the purpose of life is to be happy. From the moment of birth, every human being wants happiness and does not want suffering. Neither social conditioning nor education nor ideology affects this. From the very core of our being, we simply desire contentment. I don’t know whether the universe, with its countless galaxies, stars, and planets, has a deeper meaning or not, but—at the very least—it is clear that we humans who live on this earth face the task of making a happy life for ourselves. Therefore, it is important to discover what will bring about the greatest degree of happiness.”
― In My Own Words: An Introduction to My Teachings and Philosophy
― In My Own Words: An Introduction to My Teachings and Philosophy
“Be more than a father, be a dad. Be more than a figure, be an example.”
― Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
― Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience
“Some people think that cultivating compassion is good for others but not necessarily for themselves, but this is wrong. You are the one who benefits most directly since compassion immediately instills in you a sense of calm (nowadays medical researchers have shown in scientific studies that a calm mind is essential for good health), inner strength, and a deep confidence and satisfaction, whereas it is not certain that the object of your feeling of compassion will benefit. Love and compassion open our own inner life, reducing stress, distrust, and loneliness.”
― How to See Yourself As You Really Are
― How to See Yourself As You Really Are
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