The point is that in your life, unless you make specific time for something that you feel committed to, you will always have other obligations and you will always be too busy.
- Dalai Lama
On days when I have felt non-motivated and simply blue, I have searched for words of inspiration to give me that push start to get my life moving and my mind sparked once again. Often times I have had to look far, only in vain. That's when I thought, why not make my own compilation of inspirational words that I can access anytime, and share with anyone whom requires that extra boost now and again. After all they do say "see a need, fill a need".
Showing posts with label The Dalai Lama. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Dalai Lama. Show all posts
Monday, April 25, 2011
Monday, March 01, 2010
compassion
Because we all share an identical need for love, it is possible to feel that anybody we meet, in whatever circumstances, is a brother or sister. No matter how new the face or how different the dress and behavior, there is no significant division between us and other people. It is foolish to dwell on external differences, because our basic natures are the same.
Ultimately, humanity is one and this small planet is our only home, If we are to protect this home of ours, each of us needs to experience a vivid sense of universal altruism. It is only this feeling that can remove the self-centered motives that cause people to deceive and misuse one another.
If you have a sincere and open heart, you naturally feel self- worth and confidence, and there is no need to be fearful of others.
I believe that at every level of society - familial, tribal, national and international - the key to a happier and more successful world is the growth of compassion. We do not need to become religious, nor do we need to believe in an ideology. All that is necessary is for each of us to develop our good human qualities.
I try to treat whoever I meet as an old friend. This gives me a genuine feeling of happiness. It is the practice of compassion.
Ultimately, humanity is one and this small planet is our only home, If we are to protect this home of ours, each of us needs to experience a vivid sense of universal altruism. It is only this feeling that can remove the self-centered motives that cause people to deceive and misuse one another.
If you have a sincere and open heart, you naturally feel self- worth and confidence, and there is no need to be fearful of others.
I believe that at every level of society - familial, tribal, national and international - the key to a happier and more successful world is the growth of compassion. We do not need to become religious, nor do we need to believe in an ideology. All that is necessary is for each of us to develop our good human qualities.
I try to treat whoever I meet as an old friend. This gives me a genuine feeling of happiness. It is the practice of compassion.
His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Religion
This is my simple religion. No need for temples. No need for complicated philosophy. Your own mind, your own heart, is the temple; your philospophy is simple kindness. - The Dalai Lama
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