Quotes by Dalai Lama

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“ Happiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it. “

-Dalai Lama-

Happiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.

The more honest you are, the more open, the less fear you will have, because there's no anxiety about being exposed or revealed to others.

To be kind, honest and have positive thoughts; to forgive those who harm us and treat everyone as a friend; to help those who are suffering and never to consider ourselves superior to anyone else: even if this advice seems rather simplistic, make the effort of seeing whether by following it you can find greater happiness.

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.

Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.

With the realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world.

I find hope in the darkest of days, and focus in the brightest. I do not judge the universe.

We are visitors on this planet. We are here for ninety or one hundred years at the very most. During that period, we must try to do something good, something useful, with our lives.

We must recognize that the suffering of one person or one nation is the suffering of humanity.

To conquer oneself is a greater victory than to conquer thousands in a battle.

I believe that the very purpose of life is to be happy. From the very core of our being, we desire contentment. In my own limited experience, I have found that the more we care for the happiness of others, the greater is our own sense of well-being.

Compassion is the radicalism of our age.

The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation.

True happiness comes from a sense of inner peace and contentment, which in turn must be achieved through cultivating altruism, love, and compassion, and eliminating anger, selfishness, and greed.

Real change in the world will only come from a change of heart.

In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision.

Through cultivating inner peace, we can contribute to a more peaceful world.

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

Compassion is not religious business, it is human business, it is not luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human survival.

All major religious traditions carry basically the same message; that is love, compassion and forgiveness.

Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health.

The more we practice nonviolence in our words, thoughts, and actions, the more peaceful will be our inner state.

A sense of concern for others gives our lives meaning; it is the root of all human happiness.

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 best way to resolve any problem in the human world is for all sides to sit down and talk.

The essence of any religion is a good heart.

Human happiness and human satisfaction must ultimately come from within oneself.

True change is within; leave the outside as it is.

We need to learn to want what we have, not to have what we want, in order to get stable and steady happiness.

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

Inner peace is the key: if you have inner peace, the external problems do not affect your deep sense of peace and tranquility.

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

When we feel love and kindness toward others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it also helps us to develop inner happiness and peace.

Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality.

The purpose of life is to be happy.

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

Through violence, you may 'solve' one problem, but you sow the seeds for another.

The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness.

When we meet real tragedy in life, we can react in two ways: either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive habits, or by using the challenge to find our inner strength.

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

Where ignorance is our master, there is no possibility of real peace.

With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world.

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

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

A truly compassionate attitude toward others does not change even if they behave negatively or hurt you.

Home is where you feel at home and are treated well.

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

The more we care for the happiness of others, the greater is our own sense of well-being.

Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.

The ultimate source of my mental happiness is my peace of mind. Nothing can destroy this except my own anger.

Peace does not mean an absence of conflicts; differences will always be there. Peace means solving these differences through peaceful means; through dialogue, education, knowledge; and through humane ways.

Compassion naturally creates a positive atmosphere, and as a result, you feel peaceful and content.

World peace begins with inner peace.

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

Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively.

A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.

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

Compassion is the radicalism of our time.

We are human beings first, and no matter our differences, we must learn to live together peacefully.

When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts.

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

Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.

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

We are but visitors on this planet. We are here for ninety or one hundred years at the very most. During that period, we must try to do something good, something useful, with our lives.

Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.

In the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher.

We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.

My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.

Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend - or a meaningful day.

Introducing Dalai Lama

Dalai Lama is a title given by Altan Khan in 1578 AD at Yanghua Monastery to the foremost spiritual leader of the Gelug or "Yellow Hat" school of Tibetan Buddhism, the newest and most dominant of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism. The 14th and incumbent Dalai Lama is Tenzin Gyatso, who lives in exile as a refugee in India. The Dalai Lama is considered to be the successor in a line of tulkus who are believed to be incarnations of Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.

Since the time of the 5th Dalai Lama in the 17th century, the Dalai Lama has been a symbol of unification of the state of Tibet. The Dalai Lama was an important figure of the Geluk tradition, which was dominant in Central Tibet, but his religious authority went beyond sectarian boundaries, representing Buddhist values and traditions above any specific school.