14th Dalai Lama

The question is not to know what is the meaning of life, but what meaning I can give to my life.

14th Dalai Lama

The sense of contentment is a key factor for attaining happiness. Bodily health, material wealth and companions and friends are three factors for happiness. Contentment is the key that will determine the outcome of your relations with all three of these factors.

14th Dalai Lama

The way to overcome negative thoughts and destructive emotions is to develop opposing, positive emotions that are stronger and more powerful.

14th Dalai Lama

There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called yesterday and the other is called tomorrow, so today is the right day to love, believe, do and mostly live.

14th Dalai Lama

Through money or power you cannot solve all problems. The problem in the human heart must be solved first.

14th Dalai Lama

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

14th Dalai Lama

To be born a human being is a rare event in itself, and it is wise to use this opportunity as effectively and skillfully as possible.

14th Dalai Lama

Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.

14th Dalai Lama

True spirituality is a mental attitude you can practice at any time.

14th Dalai Lama

Use your human intelligence in the best way you can; transform your emotions in a positive way.

14th Dalai Lama