If we had to accept the idea of an independent creator, the explanations given in [several Buddhist texts] which completely refutes the existence per se of all phenomena, would be negated. Dalai Lama More Quotes by Dalai Lama More Quotes From Dalai Lama The ultimate source of a happy life is warm-heartedness. This means extending to others the kind of concern we have for ourselves. On a simple level we find that if we have a compassionate heart we naturally have more friends. And scientists today are discovering that while anger and hatred eat into our immune system, warm-heartedness and compassion are good for our health. Dalai Lama heartmeanhappy-life A learned person will become noble only when he or she has put into real practice what has been learned, instead of mere words. Dalai Lama learned-personrealpractice Nowadays the world is becoming increasingly materialistic, and mankind is reaching toward the very zenith of external progress, driven by an insatiable desire for power and vast possessions. Yet by this vain striving for perfection in a world where everything is relative,they wander even further away from inward peace and happiness of the mind. Dalai Lama perfectionmindpeace I want to say, without hesitation, the purpose of our life is happiness. Dalai Lama purposelife-iswant Human beings by nature want happiness and do not want suffering. With that Dalai Lama buddhistrealchristian I think technology really increased human ability, but technology cannot produce compassion. Dalai Lama technologycompassionthinking The more we are concerned for the well being of others, the closer we will feel to each other. Dalai Lama well-beingwellsfeels The practice of altruism is the authentic way to live as a human being, and it is not just for religious people. As human beings, our purpose is to live meaningful lives, to develop a warm heart. There is meaning in being everyone's friend. The real source of peace amongst our families, friends and neighbours is love and compassion. Dalai Lama realreligiousmeaningful As a Buddhist, I view death as a normal process, a reality that I accept will occur as long as I remain in this earthly existence. Knowing that I cannot escape it, I see no point in worrying about it. I tend to think of death as being like changing your clothes when they are old and worn out, rather than as some final end. Yet death is unpredictable: We do not know when or how it will take place. So it is only sensible to take certain precautions before it actually happens. Dalai Lama buddhistdeathreality Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively. Dalai Lama inspirationallifefunny If someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun. Dalai Lama motivationalinspirationallife Giving up attachment to the world does not mean that you set yourself apart from it. Generating a desire for others to be happy increases your humanity. As you become less attached to the world, you become more humane. As the very purpose of spiritual practice is to help others, you must remain in society. Dalai Lama buddhistgiving-upspiritual Man sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. Dalai Lama sacrificemenorder We have to think and see how we can fundamentally change our education system so that we can train people to develop warm-heartedness early on in order to create a healthier society. I don't mean we need to change the whole system, just improve it. We need to encourage an understanding that inner peace comes from relying on human values like, love, compassion, tolerance and honesty, and that peace in the world relies on individuals finding inner peace. Dalai Lama honestymeanthinking The ultimate source of my mental happiness is my peace of mind. Nothing can destroy this except my own anger. Dalai Lama existentialmindlife We don’t need more money, we don’t need greater success or fame, we don’t need the perfect body or even the perfect mate-right now, at this very moment, we have a mind, which is all the basic equipment we need to achieve complete happiness. Dalai Lama bodyperfectmind Happiness arises as a result of different causes and conditions. If you harm someone out of anger, you may feel some superficial satisfaction, but deep down you know it was wrong. Your confidence will be undermined. However, if you have an altruistic attitude, you’ll feel comfortable and confident in the presence of others. Dalai Lama confidencebuddhisthappiness Other human beings have a right to peace and happiness that is equal to our own; therefore we have a responsibility to help those in need. Dalai Lama responsibilityhelpingneeds There is only one important point you must keep in your mind and let it be your guide. No matter what people call you, you are just who you are. Keep to this truth. You must ask yourself how is it you want to live your life. We live and we die, this is the truth that we can only face alone. No one can help us, not even the Buddha. So consider carefully, what prevents you from living the way you want to live your life? Dalai Lama spirituallifepeople Religion is like going out to dinner with friends. Everyone may order something different, but everyone can still sit at the same table. Dalai Lama dinner-with-friendsreligiousorder
