Compassion is the radicalism of our time.

Wisdom and compassion must be developed equally and harmoniously.

The way to overcome anger is to be too busy being kind to have time to be angry.

Metta (loving-kindness) becomes truly effective only when it arises from a peaceful mind, a pure mind, a balanced mind.

Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal rule.

The ultimate purpose of Buddhism is to serve and benefit humanity.

True happiness comes from a sense of inner peace and contentment, which in turn must be achieved through cultivation of altruism, of love, of compassion.

The practice of metta begins with oneself, for only when we have developed loving-kindness towards ourselves can we truly offer it to others.

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

Life is glorious, but life is also wretched. It is both. Appreciating the gloriousness inspires us, encourages us, cheers us up, gives us a bigger perspective, energizes us. We feel connected. But if that's all that's happening, we get arrogant and start to look down on others, and there is a sense of making ourselves a big deal and being really serious about it, wanting it to be like that forever. The gloriousness becomes tinged by craving and addiction. On the other hand, wretchedness--life's painful aspect--softens us up considerably. Knowing pain is a very important ingredient of being there for another person.

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

Conquer anger with non-anger. Conquer evil with good. Conquer stinginess with giving. Conquer deceit with truth.

Altruism is not a luxury, it is a necessity for the survival of humanity.

Just as a mother would protect her only child with her life, even so let one cultivate a boundless love towards all beings.

As long as our orientation is toward perfection or success, we will never learn about unconditional friendship with ourselves, nor will we find compassion.

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

Compassion is a verb.

We don't set out to save the world; we set out to wonder how other people are doing and to reflect on how our actions affect other people's hearts.

When another person makes you suffer, it is because he suffers deeply within himself, and his suffering is spilling over. He does not need punishment; he needs help.

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.

A pure mind is always full of love - real love for all others.

May all beings be happy, be peaceful, be liberated.

When we understand others, we understand ourselves. When we love others, we love ourselves.

The more you understand, the more you love; the more you love, the more you understand.

The only reason we don't open our hearts and minds to other people is that they trigger confusion in us that we don't feel brave enough or sane enough to deal with.

Loving-kindness is not something we need to manufacture. It's a natural expression of our awakened nature.

The ultimate source of happiness is not money and power, but warm-heartedness.

The best way to solve a problem is to help someone else solve their problem.

When the heart is still, it can be kind. When the mind is still, it can see clearly.

The experience of emptiness engenders compassion.

Happiness is found in the simplest of things. It is not in the things you own, but in the love you share.

If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.

If you truly loved yourself, you could never hurt another.

To understand everything is to forgive everything.

We can learn the art of fierce compassion - redefining strength, deconstructing isolation and renewing a sense of community, practicing letting go of rigid us-vs.-them thinking.

When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others.

If you want to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be miserable, expect something in return.

Compassion is not a sign of weakness but a sign of strength.

Love is not about possession. Love is about appreciation.

Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.

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

Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them.

Compassion is not a relationship between the healer and the wounded. It's a relationship between equals.

Radiate boundless love towards the entire world — above, below, and across — unhindered, without ill will, without enmity.

The source of love is deep in us and we can help others realize a lot of happiness. One word, one action, one thought can reduce another person's suffering and bring that person joy.

Compassion is not mere sentiment but a powerful force that can transform both ourselves and others.

The essence of Buddhist practice is to reduce our selfishness and to work for the benefit of others.

If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.

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

When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. You look for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce.

When you look deeply into your anger, you will see that the person you call your enemy is also suffering. As soon as you see that, the capacity for accepting and having compassion for them is there.

The ultimate source of happiness is not money and power, but warm-heartedness.

When you begin to see that your enemy is suffering, that is the beginning of insight.

Compassion is not something we develop. It arises naturally as we see the truth of what is.

Kindness is the solution to all of life's problems.

The essence of the teaching is emptiness and compassion. Without emptiness, compassion can become attachment. Without compassion, emptiness can become cold and distant.

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

Compassion is not just about being kind to others. It's about being kind to ourselves as well.

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

Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.