1,545 Quotes by Dalai Lama

Through violence, you may “solve” one problem, but you sow seeds for another.

Adopting an attitude of universal responsibility is essentially a personal matter. The real test of compassion is not what we say in abstract discussions but how we conduct ourselves in daily life.

Once a year, go some place you've never been before.

We can let the circumstances of our lives harden us so that we become increasingly resentful and afraid, or we can let them soften us, and make us kinder. We always have the choice.

If at the beginning and end of our lives we depend upon the kindness of others, why in the middle of our lives should we not act kindly toward them? It is the pragmatic choice.

Developing concern for others, thinking of them as part of us, brings self-confidence, reduces our sense of suspicion and mistrust, and enables us to develop a calm mind.

A simple smile. That’s the start of opening your heart and being compassionate to others.

Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that’s very important for good health.

When our mind is calm, we're better able to find peace of mind and live a joyful life.