Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

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

If a problem is fixable, if a situation is such that you can do something about it, then there is no need to worry. If it's not fixable, then there is no help in worrying. There is no benefit in worrying whatsoever.

The way to change others' minds is with affection, and not anger.

Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.

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

Look at situations from all angles, and you will become more open.

If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

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

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

Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant an impression by remaining silent.

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

The goal is not to be better than the other man, but your previous self.

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

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

The true mark of a spiritual practitioner is that your own behavior is better, not that you can criticize others well.

A good friend who points out mistakes and imperfections and rebukes evil is to be respected as if he reveals a secret of hidden treasure.

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

Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.