4 Quotes by Tulku Thondup

The special skill of esoteric Buddhism is transmutation by right view and pure perception, using all appropriate means for training. For example, eating food is not itself a Buddhist practice, but if one uses it as a means of training, it becomes a Buddhist training in transforming one's daily life as Buddhist practice.

Always we should appreciate what we are able to do, and not feel bad about what we haven’t done.

Appreciation and contentment, the ability to rejoice in all things large and small, is a major training of Buddhism. The Dharmapada says: Good health is the most excellent of achievements. Contentment is the most excellent wealth. A harmonious friend is the most excellent of friends. Nirvana is the most excellent happiness.

Shantideva says: If you are trained, There is nothing which will not become easy. First by training to tolerate minor problems, Later you will become able to tolerate great problems.