He is also the longest-living Dalai Lama to date and the most renowned.
Many view him as a paragon of peace and often look to him forguidance during difficult times.
True change is within; leave the outside as it is.
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We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.
The goal is not to be better than the other man, but your previous self.
It is a way to achieve immortality.
As you breathe in, cherish yourself.
As you breathe out, cherish all beings.
Real change in the world will only come from a change of heart.
We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.
To conquer oneself is a greater victory than to conquer thousands in a battle.
This is my simple religion.
No need for temples.
No need for complicated philosophy.
Your own mind, your own heart is the temple.
Your philosophy is simple kindness.
Through his speeches, books, and teachings, he utilizes thepower of languageto educate and uplift others.
Here are 18 short Dalai Lama quotes from his various works:
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Dont let a little dispute injure a great relationship.
Judge your success by what you had to give up to get to get it.
Someone elses action should not determine your response.
Sleep is the best meditation.
My religion is very simple.
My religion is kindness.
In the practice of tolerance, ones enemy is the best teacher.
Anger is the ultimate destroyer of your own peace of mind.
The true hero is one who conquers his own anger and hatred.
Be kind whenever possible.
It is always possible.
I believe the ultimate source of blessings is within us.
I defeat my enemies when I make them my friends.
When you realize youve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
Let us have a go at recognize the precious nature of each day.
Once a year, go somewhere youve never been before.
A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.
Know the rules well, so you’re able to break them effectively.
Choose to be optimistic.
If its not fixable, then there is no help in worrying.
There is no benefit in worrying whatsoever.
Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.
Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.
When you care for others, you manifest an inner strength despite any difficulties you face.
When we have inner peace, we can be at peace with those around us.
Optimism leads to success; pessimism leads to defeat.
Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so thats very important for good health.
There is a saying in Tibetan, Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.
- to carry out a positive action, we must develop a positive vision.
I find hope in the darkest days and focus on the brightest.
Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.
When we make mistakes, we cannot turn the clock back and retry.
All we can do is use the present well.
Optimism doesnt mean that you are blind to the reality of the situation.
It means that you remain motivated to seek a solution to whatever problems arise.
Even when we have physical hardships, we can be very happy.
Histhought-provokingdiscussions explore the concept of peace and how we might achieve it individually or collectively as a society.
Below, weve gathered 12 of the greatest Dalai Lama quotes about peace:
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Peace does not mean an absence of conflicts; differences will always be there.
Universal responsibility is the key to human survival.
It is the best foundation for world peace.
Where ignorance is our master, there is no possibility of real peace.
Cultivating a close, warmhearted feeling for others automatically puts the mind at ease.
It is the principal source of success in life.
The key is to develop inner peace.
World peace must develop from inner peace.
Peace is not just the mere absence of violence.
Peace is, I think, the manifestation of human compassion.
Creating a more peaceful world requires a peaceful mind and a peaceful heart.
As human brothers and sisters, we must live together in tolerance and affection.
If we ourselves remain angry and then sing about world peace, it has little meaning.
First, our individual self must learn peace.
This we can practice.
Then we can teach the rest of the world.
Here are 18 Dalai Lama quotes that urge us to love and respect others:
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Ultimately, humanity is one, and this small planet is our only home.
Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries.
Without them, humanity cannot survive.
Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.
This is not just a dream, but a necessity.
We must recognize that the suffering of one person or one nation is the suffering of humanity.
Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.
The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your action will be.
People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness.
Just because theyre not on your road doesnt mean theyve gotten lost.
The planet does not need more successful people.
The planet desperately needs more peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers, and lovers of all kinds.
Love is the absence of judgment.
Most people prefer a smile to a frown.
Even dogs respond with wagging tails to a smile and other shows of affection.
Its good to remember that other human beings are like us.
We are born the same way; we die the same way.
While were alive, its better to be able to trust each other as friends.
When the heart is closed it leads to fear, stress, and anger.
Nurturing the idea of the oneness of humanity has the effect of opening the heart.
If you have a particular faith or religion, that is good.
But you could survive without it.
I want to be just a pure spiritual leader.
Dont ever mistake my silence for ignorance, my calmness for acceptance, or my kindness for weakness.
Compassion and tolerance are not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength.
That gives inner strength.
Look at situations from all angles, and you will become more open.
Our need for them is not limited to any specific time, place, society, or culture.
Too much self-centered attitude, you see, brings, you see, isolation.
Result: loneliness, fear, anger.
The extreme self-centered attitude is the source of suffering.
It is our collective and individual responsibility to preserve and tend to the environment in which we all live.
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 friendor a meaningful day.
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The following 14 Dalai Lama quotes are powerful examples of his beliefs:
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Compassion is the radicalism of our time.
If you want others to be happy, practice compassion.
If you want to be happy, practice compassion.
There are two kinds of compassion.
The first comes from a natural concern for friends and family who are close to us.
This has limited range but can be the seed for something bigger.
We can also learn to extend a genuine concern for others well-being, whoever they are.
That is real compassion, and only human beings are capable of developing it.
Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.
Appreciation of humanity, compassion, and love are key points.
Compassion naturally creates a positive atmosphere, and as a result, you feel peaceful and content.
Compassion is of little value if it just remains an idea.
It must motivate how we respond to others and be reflected in all our thoughts and actions.
True compassion isnt just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on reason.
Therefore, our compassion for others doesnt change even if they behave negatively.
Our sense of responsibility for others gives rise to a wish to help them actively overcome their problems.
99.A truly compassionate attitude toward others does not change even if they behave negatively or hurt you.
Generosity is the most natural outward expression of an inner attitude of compassion and loving-kindness.
The kind that sticks.
I am going to benefit others as much as I can.
All major religious traditions carry basically the same message, that is love, compassion, and forgiveness.
The important thing is they should be part of our daily lives.
Proper utilization of time is so important.
What is the meaning of life?
To be happy and useful.
We cant say that all religions are the same.
Different religions have different views and fundamental differences.
Thinking of ourselves as somehow special isolates us.
Hard times build determination and inner strength.
Through them, we can also come to appreciate the uselessness of anger.
Neither a space station nor an enlightened mind can be realized in a day.
We all have to live together, so we might as well live together happily.
There is only one important point you must keep in your mind and let it be your guide.
No matter what people call you, you are just who you are.
Keep to this truth.
You must ask yourself how you want to live your life.
We live, and we die; this is the truth that we can only face alone.
No one can help us, not even the Buddha.
So consider carefully, what prevents you from living the way you want to live your life?
A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering.
Those who have little interest in spirituality shouldnt think that human inner values dont apply to you.
The inner peace of an alert and calm mind are the source of real happiness and good health.
We need to ask ourselves how to find happinessits not in money and power.
I believe that happiness can be achieved through training the mind.
It is very important to generate a good attitude, a good heart, as much as possible.
Happiness doesnt always come from a pursuit.
Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.
We begin from the recognition that all beings cherish happiness and do not want to suffer.
The wiser course is to think of others when pursuing our own happiness.
Happiness is not something ready-made.
It comes from your own actions.
From the very core of our being, we simply desire contentment.
Therefore, it is important to discover what will bring about the greatest degree of happiness.
The basic thing is that everyone wants happiness, no one wants suffering.
And happiness mainly comes from our own attitude, rather than from external factors.
Happiness means mainly a sense of deep satisfaction.
The object of life or our goal, then, is satisfaction.
We seek happiness in external things without realizing that they dont help when we have problems within.
