1. Peace comes from within. Don’t seek it outside.
  2. Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind in the present moment.
  3. When you how perfect everything is you will tilt your head back and laugh at the sky.
  4. All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think, we become.
  5. Physical charms attract the eyes, goodness attracts the mind.
  6. 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.
  1. When you release those imprisoned in the prison of unforgiveness, you release yourself Learn to forgive. Learn to forgive faster.
  2. 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.
  3. Words have the power to both destroy and heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world.
  4. You will not be punished for your anger; you will be punished by your anger.
  5. He is able who thinks he is able.
  6. Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.