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Dalai Lama Quotes - Page 48

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Through meditative techniques, one can free the mind of delusions and attain what we call enlightenment.

Through meditative techniques, one can free the mind of delusions and attain what we call enlightenment.

Mind, Enlightenment, Technique

We have to adopt a wider perspective, and always find common things between the people of north, east, south, and west. Conflict comes from the basis of differencs.

Perspective, People, West

Even without a religion, we can become a good human being.

Humans, Human Beings, Good Human Being

Nothing comes into being without a cause and when all the conditions are created, there is nothing that can prevent the consequence.

Causes, Conditions, Consequence

Dalai Lama (2016). “The Good Heart: A Buddhist Perspective on the Teachings of Jesus”, p.163, Simon and Schuster

Nothing is permanent.

Permanent

Ultimately, the decision to save the environment must come from the human heart. The key point is a call for a genuine sense of universal responsibility that is based on love, compassion and clear awareness.

Responsibility, Heart, Compassion

Dalai Lama XIV (2009). “Worlds in Harmony: Compassionate Action for a Better World: Easyread Comfort Edition”, p.48, ReadHowYouWant.com

All People and things are interdependent. The world has become so small that no nation can solve its problems alone, in isolation from others. That is why I believe we must all cultivate a sense of responsibility based on love and compassion for each other.

Believe, Responsibility, Compassion

Physical comforts cannot subdue mental suffering, and if we look closely, we can see that those who have many possessions are not necessarily happy. In fact, being wealthy often brings even more anxiety.

Anxiety, Suffering, Comfort

Refraining from harm, not out of fear, but out of concern for others, their well-being and out of respect is non-violence.

Honesty, Concern For Others, Violence

Awareness of death is the very bedrock of the entire path. Until you have developed this awareness, all other practices are obstructed.

Practice, Liberty, Path

No matter what activity or practice we are pursuing, there isn't anything that isn't made easier through constant familiarity and training (I think you can apply this to soccer as well)

Soccer, Thinking, Practice

Compassion instills a sense of calm, inner strength, and a deep confidence and satisfaction

Confidence, Compassion, Inner Strength

I truly believe that compassion provides the basis of human survival.

Believe, Compassion, Survival

Dalai Lama (2009). “The Art of Happiness, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Handbook for Living”, p.93, Penguin

World economies are always so tenuous and we are subject to so many losses in life, but a compassionate attitude is something we can always carry with us.

Spiritual, Attitude, Loss

Dalai Lama (2009). “The Art of Happiness, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Handbook for Living”, p.94, Penguin

There is no need to mention the great difference between the amount of satisfaction there is in just oneself being happy and the amount of satisfaction there is in an infinite number of people being happy.

Differences, Numbers, People

When we consider reality itself we quickly become aware of its infinite complexity, and we realize that our habitual perception of it is often inadequate. If this were not so, the concept of deception would be meaningless.

Humility, Reality, Deception

The Dalai Lama (2012). “The Essence Of Wisdom”, p.15, Hachette UK

The development of our minds and our destination in future lives is in our hands. No one else can help us. It is very important that we each take responsibility for ourselves. Sustain mindfulness 24 hours a day. Thank you. That is all.

Determination, Responsibility, Hands

The meaning of life is happiness.

Meaning Of Life, Life Is

I am sometimes sad when I hear the personal stories of Tibetan refugees who have been tortured or beaten. Some irritation, some anger comes. But it never lasts long. I always try to think at a deeper level, to find ways to console.

Thinking, Irritation, Long

Of course, when I say that human nature is gentleness, it is not 100 percent so. Every human being has that nature, but there are many people acting against their nature, being false.

People, Acting, Human Nature

We cannot overcome anger and hatred simply by suppressing them. We need to actively cultivate the antidotes: patience and tolerance.

Hatred, Tolerance, Overcoming

Dalai Lama (2009). “The Art of Happiness, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Handbook for Living”, p.171, Penguin

People often expect the other person to respond first in a positive way, instead of taking the initiative to create that possibility. I feel that's wrong; it can act as a barrier that just promotes a feeling of isolation from others. To overcome feelings of isolation and loneliness, your underlying attitude makes a tremendous difference - approaching others with the thought of compassion in your mind is the best way.

Attitude, Loneliness, Compassion

Our state of mind plays a major role in our day-to-day experiences as well as our physical and mental well-being. If a person has a calm and stable mind, this influences his or her attitude and behavior in relation to others. In other words, if someone remains in a peaceful and tranquil state of mind, external surroundings can cause them only a limited disturbance.

Inspirational, Attitude, Play

His Holiness The Dalai Lama (1998). “Path To Tranquility”, p.51, Penguin Books India

It is very wrong for people to feel deeply sad when they lose some money, yet when they waste the precious moments of their lives they do not have the slightest feeling of repentance.

Inspirational, People, Feelings

His Holiness The Dalai Lama (1998). “Path To Tranquility”, p.73, Penguin Books India

My main hope is eventually, in modern education field, introduce education about warm-heartedness, not based on religion, but based on common experience and a common sort of sense, and then scientific finding.

Common Experience, Fields, Modern

"The Dalai Lama, Arianna Huffington Interview: His Holiness Discusses Compassion, Science, Religion And Sleep". Interview with Arianna Huffington, www.huffingtonpost.com. May 14, 2012.

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