You'll find that more doors open if you approach them with an open heart rather than a closed mind.

If you are going to judge others it is wisest to do so individually not collectively and on your own direct experience of them personally. But first - and throughout - examine yourself closely. Blurred vision can often occur due to the lens, perspective and perceptions of the viewer projected onto the object that it sees. Be wary of taking to the judges seat. Above all meet at treat yourself and everyone else mindfully, compassionately with humanity.

A rich life is lived from a giving heart not a selfish mind.

Compassion is even more powerful than courage. Sure, with courage you can conquer a world - but only with compassion can you heal and build it.

Thought for the day: we have far too many of them. And we prize them too highly; more so than we do the power of silence, mindfulness and pure kindness.

I am not sure that you can be taught how to love. In many ways it is innate - just watch and see what small child effortlessly does. But you can be invited to it and reminded of it.

There was is no skill or grace in being rude or obnoxious. There is transformation and growth in being compassionate and kind.

Nothing has value without self worth

The best way to look back at life fondly is to meet it - and those along your journey - warmly, kindly and mindfully