- Peace comes from within. Don’t seek it outside.
- Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind in the present moment.
- When you how perfect everything is you will tilt your head back and laugh at the sky.
- All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think, we become.
- Physical charms attract the eyes, goodness attracts the mind.
- Eight fold paths:
- Right View. The right way to think about life is to see the world through the eyes of the Buddha–with wisdom and compassion.
- Right Thought. We are what we think. Clear and kind thoughts build good, strong characters.
- Right Speech. By speaking kind and helpful words, we are respected and trusted by everyone.
- Right Conduct. No matter what we say, others know us from the way we behave. Before we criticize others, we should first see what we do ourselves.
- Right Livelihood. This means choosing a job that does not hurt others. The Buddha said, “Do not earn your living by harming others. Do not seek happiness by making others unhappy.”
- Right Effort. A worthwhile life means doing our best at all times and having good will toward others. This also means not wasting effort on things that harm us and others.
- Right Mindfulness. This means being aware of our thoughts, words, and deeds.
- Right Concentration. Focus on one thought or object at a time. By doing this, we can be quiet and attain true peace of mind.
- When you release those imprisoned in the prison of unforgiveness, you release yourself Learn to forgive. Learn to forgive faster.
- Life is a journey.Do not put your happiness off for an indefinite period willing to reach a goal that you think will make you happy. Travel today, enjoy the journey.
- Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.
- You will not be punished for your anger; you will be punished by your anger.
- He is able who thinks he is able.
- Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.