1,545 Quotes by Dalai Lama

Hard times build determination and inner strength. Through them we can also come to appreciate the uselessness of anger.

In the middle of every difficulty lies an opportunity for growth.

When you are caught up in a destructive emotion, you have lost one of your greatest assets: your independence.

Some dubious people with little real spiritual training call themselves teachers, but actually take advantage of others in the name of taking care of peace of mind. This is unfortunate. It happens because, when it comes to spirituality, people are still gullible.

The moment you think only of yourself, the focus of your whole reality narrows, and because of this narrow focus, uncomfortable things can appear huge and bring you fear and discomfort and a sense of feeling overwhelmed by misery.

Remember that sometimes, not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.

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

If we are in a good mood when we get up in the morning, if there is a warm-hearted feeling within, automatically our inner door is opened for that day.

The more we feel concerned for others and seek their well-being, the more friends we will have and the more welcome we will feel.