Anger or hatred is like a fisherman's hook. It is very important for us to ensure that we are not caught by it.

Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess.

It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.

This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.

World peace must develop from inner peace. Peace is not just mere absence of violence. Peace is, I think, the manifestation of human compassion.

The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your actions will be.

The ultimate source of a happy life is warm-heartedness. This means extending to others the kind of concern we have for ourselves.

The planet does not need more successful people. The planet desperately needs more peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers, and lovers of all kinds.

The period of greatest gain in knowledge and experience is the most difficult period in one's life.

The true hero is one who conquers his own anger and hatred.

There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called yesterday and the other is called tomorrow, so today is the right day to love, believe, do and mostly live.

Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.

Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they're not on your road doesn't mean they've gotten lost.

Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it.

Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.

Time passes unhindered. When we make mistakes, we cannot turn the clock back and try again. All we can do is use the present well.

When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen, you may learn something new.