Wise quotes from the Dalai Lama (200 quotes)

The Dalai Lama can rightfully be considered the key figure and personification of Tibetan Buddhism. For hundreds of years, Avalokiteshvara, one of the most revered deities by Buddhists, has been incarnated in the person of Lama, each time being reborn as a spiritual teacher. The Dalai Lama is a holy figure in Tibetan Buddhism and an ardent supporter of Tibetan independence from China. He travels the world and brings to the world community ideas about spiritual harmony, love and happiness, and also touches on important global issues. Wise quotes from the Dalai Lama are presented in this collection.

When making a decision, ask yourself: “Will this make me happy?” By asking this question every time before making a decision, we shift our attention from what we deny ourselves to what we strive for.

People were created to be loved, and things were created to be used. The world is in chaos because everything is the other way around.

By looking at a person, you can guess his feelings. Anger. Love. Joy. Fear. But you will never understand his thoughts. His motives. They are hidden inside. And often they themselves don’t even know why they act this way and not otherwise.

Every day when you wake up in the morning, you can practice genuine positive motivation by thinking, “I will spend this day doing positive things. I shouldn't waste it.

Remember that the best relationships are those in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

Again, as Shantideva said, if a problem can be solved, then there is no need to worry about it, and if not, worrying will not help!

The difference between a good and a bad desire or action is not the feeling of instant gratification, but the consequences that they bring.

Be willing to change your goals, but never change your values.

Science, like other aspects of our lives, is also influenced by fashion.

If you strive for happiness, then identify the reasons that give rise to it, and if you want to avoid suffering, eliminate the causes and conditions that give rise to it from your own life.

Before you judge someone, take his shoes and walk his path, taste his tears, feel his pain. Straddle every stone he tripped over. And only after that tell him that you know how to live correctly.

Love in its purest and most sublime form is the strongest, absolute and unconditional desire for happiness for another person. This is a desire that comes from the heart and does not depend on how this person treats us. The topic of compassion has nothing to do with religion. This is a universal matter, a single condition for the survival of the human race.

For example, from the perspective of Buddhism, happiness includes such components as prosperity, satisfaction with worldly life, spirituality and enlightenment.

When it seems to a person that everything is going wrong, something wonderful tries to enter his life.

Variation is a fundamental characteristic of life and is necessary for natural selection to succeed.

You can find common ground with other people because each of us remains a person belonging to the human community. You are part of the whole - that's where the sense of self-worth and human dignity begins, that's what consoles when everything else is lost.

I don't celebrate birthdays. It seems to me that this is a waste of time. For me, this day is no different from others. In a way, every day is a birthday. You wake up in the morning, everything is fresh and new, and the main thing is that this new day brings you something important.

I believe that we must consciously strengthen our sense of universal responsibility. We must learn to work not only for the sake of our individual self, family or state, but for the good of all humanity.

we don't need more money, we don't need to become more successful in life, we don't need a perfect appearance or even a perfect life partner - right now, at this very moment, we already have a mind that is a necessary and sufficient means to achieve complete happiness .

I believe that the real religion is the Good Heart.

If the problem can be solved, there is no need to worry about it. If the problem cannot be solved, there is no point in worrying.

When you find yourself stuck, take an hour, a day, or even a few days to think about how best to achieve happiness and then re-set your priorities.

We often increase our own pain and suffering by being overly sensitive and overly concerned with details, and by taking things too personally.

We will never establish harmony with the world around us until we come to terms with ourselves.

The same principle applies to your states of mind and inner experiences. If you strive for happiness, then identify the reasons that give rise to it, and if you want to avoid suffering, eliminate the causes and conditions that give rise to it from your own life. Understanding this principle is critical.

The highest source of happiness for my soul is the peace of my mind. Nothing can break it except my own anger.

Transforming the world is in our hands. If each of us tries, the next generation can see the birth of a peaceful and happy world.

The stronger our peace of mind and the more equanimous our mind, the stronger our ability to be happy and enjoy life.

Learn the rules so you know how to break them correctly.

Love and kindness and compassion have a natural ability to soften and disarm people.

The venerable master of Tibet, Sakya Pandita, who lived in the 13th century, once said: “Strive for learning, even if you are destined to die tomorrow.”

Arrogance is never justified. It comes from low self-esteem or temporary, superficial achievements. Let's remember these negative traits. Let us be conscious of our own shortcomings, of assessing our real capabilities, realizing that, in general, we are no different from those over whom we assert our superiority.

Before you judge someone, take his shoes and walk his path, taste his tears, feel his pain. Straddle every stone he tripped over. And only after that say that you know how to live correctly.

Compassion can be roughly described as a state of mind that excludes cruelty, aggressiveness and harm to living beings. It is a conscious desire to relieve others from suffering, based on a sense of respect and responsibility.

Forgiveness does not mean forgetting what they did. To forgive means not to retain negative feelings towards them.

Remember, silence is sometimes the best answer to questions.

...working on your own perception of the world is a more effective way to achieve happiness than trying to find it through external resources such as wealth, social status, or even physical health. Another internal source of happiness that is closely related to feelings of satisfaction is a sense of self-worth.

Remember that what you want is not always what you really need.

A person with a huge reserve of patience and tolerance goes through life with a special degree of calm and tranquility. Such a person is not only happy and emotionally balanced, but he is also healthier and less susceptible to illness. He has a strong will, a good appetite, and it is easier for him to fall asleep, because his conscience is clear.

Yes, I am convinced that happiness can be achieved by training the mind.

Our enemies provide us with the perfect opportunity to practice patience, perseverance, and compassion.

Until you are disciplined enough to keep your mind calm, no amount of material wealth or external circumstances can bring you a sense of joy and happiness.

People were created to be loved, and things were created to be used. The world is in chaos because everything is the other way around.

Follow three rules: Respect yourself, Respect others and take responsibility for all your actions.

Scientists have proven that by replacing distorted thinking with accurate information, a person can change their feelings and improve their mood.

Some approach intimacy with anger, shouting, and insults. They like. But they haven’t learned to show it differently.

The world is imperfect because we are imperfect.

Consequently, even emotional “pretense” and systematically performed positive actions can sooner or later lead to internal changes.

Remember, not getting what you want is sometimes luck.

Humans are social beings. We are born thanks to other people. We survive with the help of those around us. Whether we like it or not, we can hardly find moments in our lives when we are not dependent on others. Therefore, it should not be surprising that human happiness is the result of our relationships with others.

Luckily, we have a starting point: a simple reminder that our purpose in life is to find happiness.

Before you judge someone, take his shoes and walk his path, taste his tears, feel his pain. Straddle every stone he tripped over. And only after that tell him that you know how to live correctly.

When you lose, you don't lose any experience gained.

If you strive for happiness, then identify the reasons that give rise to it, and if you want to avoid suffering, eliminate the causes and conditions that give rise to it from your own life. Understanding this principle is critical.

Remember that what you want is not always what you really need.

Learn the rules so you know how to break them correctly.

In the same way, when we talk about the mind, we mean thousands of different thoughts or acts of consciousness. Among them there are very useful ones that we need to record and develop. And some are negative and very harmful, so their impact must be neutralized.

The planet does not need a large number of “successful people”. The planet is in desperate need of peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers and lovers of all kinds. She needs people who are good to live with. The planet needs people with morals and love who will make the world alive and humane. And these qualities have little to do with “success” as it is defined in our society.

Live a decent life so that later, in old age, you will have something to remember.

By developing spiritual discipline, we change our own perception of the world and begin to approach life in a completely different way. Spiritual discipline in this case is understood as a combination of a variety of methods. But, in general, you need to start by identifying those factors that lead to suffering and those that allow you to achieve happiness. After that, the negative components must be gradually eliminated, and those contributing to happiness must be preserved and developed. This is the general principle of spiritual discipline.

Arrogance is never justified. It comes from low self-esteem or temporary, superficial achievements.

A loving atmosphere is the basis for your life. In disputes, talk only about the present, do not remember the past. Sharing your knowledge is the way to achieve immortality. Be gentle with the Earth, love it. Once a year, go somewhere you've never been before.

Sonja Lyubomirsky asked a group of subjects to perform “any kind act” once a week. Six weeks later, study participants reported feeling much happier and enjoying life more.

The highest source of happiness for my soul is the peace of my mind. Nothing can break it except my own anger.

Be aware that great love and great success come with great risk.

The difference between a good and a bad desire or action is not the feeling of instant gratification, but the consequences that they bring.

All religions, churches, mosques, crosses are nothing more than decorations, beautiful shells and attributes of faith. They are not needed. Faith is simple. The main thing is to understand that holiness lies in our good deeds. The church is in the head, and faith is in the heart.

By maintaining a positive attitude towards life, you can be happy even in the most unfavorable conditions.

Expectations are a very difficult thing. If they are unreasonably high, then you will inevitably have problems. On the other hand, without hope and aspirations, development is impossible.

The world is imperfect because we are imperfect.

We often increase our own pain and suffering by being overly sensitive and overly concerned with details, and by taking things too personally.

As long as space lasts, As long as the living live, May I also remain - Dispel the darkness of suffering.

If your actions are sincere, if you are motivated by a desire to help, guided by kindness, compassion and respect, then you will achieve the desired result without unnecessary worries.

The problem with human beings is that our emotions are complemented by our human mind, mental abilities, memory. Given that human emotion is in a sense structured by memory and the like, the antidote to our destructive emotions must also come from the same area - thoughts, knowledge, awareness.

The best relationships are those in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

According to the Dalai Lama's teachings on training the mind and achieving happiness, the more altruistic a person is, the braver he becomes in the most troubling circumstances. This principle applies to any occasion. If you are confident in the sincerity and goodness of your intentions, you will get rid of anxiety in everyday life.

Being uninformed is not the same as being informed, right? This is a type of overconfidence or overconfidence that makes a person think that there is not a snake in front of him, when in fact there is a snake in front of him.

The Dalai Lama states the need to change and transform fundamental motives in accordance with the principles of compassion and kindness.

I always believe that it is much better if we have a wide variety of religions, a wide variety of philosophies, rather than just one religion or philosophy. This is necessary due to the fact that people have different mental inclinations. Every religion has its own unique ideas and methods. By studying them we will enrich our own faith.

By gaining the necessary experience, we change ourselves.

In the present, the love we feel for our friends and dear people is mixed with excessive affection. Our goal is to develop an unbiased feeling of love for all people, which is not spoiled by such conceit...

In Hinduism and Buddhism, suffering is understood not only as a result of our negative actions committed in the past, but also as a stimulus for achieving an enlightened state of mind.

Prosperity comes through action, not through prayer.

Instead of getting angry, you should show deep concern and respect for those who created problems for you, because by creating such a difficult situation, they provided you with an invaluable opportunity to practice fortitude and patience.

Therefore, I believe that kindness is primary for a person, and intelligence is a later acquisition.

I have always been fascinated by wristwatches, but although I especially love the ones I wear all the time, they have never shown me any love. And in order to receive satisfaction from love, we need friends who will respond to our feelings.

By mobilizing our thoughts and constantly learning new thought patterns, we can engage more neural connections and thus change the way we think.

Sometimes I doubt whether a mosquito is capable of feeling love: it happens that when a mosquito lands on me, I don’t drive it away, but out of a feeling of compassion I let it drink blood, and then it flies away without showing any gratitude.

By maintaining a positive attitude towards life, you can be happy even in the most unfavorable conditions.

Dharma practice is a constant internal battle, during which old negative experiences or habits are replaced by new, positive ones.

I am a professional laugher. I have faced a lot of difficulties in my life, and my country is still in its critical period. Nevertheless, I laugh often and my laughter is contagious. When people ask me how I find the strength to laugh in such a situation, I answer: I am a professional laugher.

Sleep is the most important meditation for everyone. Even for birds! Not in order to get to nirvana, but in order to survive.

The second and more reliable way is not to indulge our own desires, but to appreciate what we already have.

Remember, not getting what you want is sometimes luck.

If you give forgiveness, you feel relieved.

Happiness does not come in a ready-made package. It is a consequence of your own actions.

Contentment is the true antidote to greed. If you are used to being content with what you have, then you will not worry about the desire to possess something.

Not everything that triggers our emotions is innate—far from it. We assimilate very, very much, but we assimilate on the foundation that we inherit.

If you can help, help. If not, at least do no harm.

The purpose of our existence is to seek happiness.

The feeling of guilt has to do with the action committed; shame has to do with who you are.

Be willing to change your goals, but never change your values.

Wherever I meet people, I always have the feeling that in front of me is a person just like myself.

By raising our expectations, we set the stage for future disappointment; by lowering our expectations, we risk losing the determination needed to overcome our inner limitations and unlock our true potential.

Happiness consists of discovering the eternity hidden in another person and meeting it as if it were your own.

It is absolutely practical and rational: identify and develop positive states of mind, identify and eradicate negative states of mind.

Measure your victory by what you had to sacrifice for it.

If God wants to make you happy, then he leads you along the most difficult road, because there are no easy paths to happiness.

You can find happiness by training your mind.

It is those we love who can hurt us the most.

In disputes, talk only about the present, do not remember the past.

Until you are disciplined enough to keep your mind calm, no amount of material wealth or external circumstances can bring you a sense of joy and happiness. On the other hand, if you have such a quality as equanimity of mind, then the lack of external circumstances that seemed necessary to you for a full life will not be an obstacle to a happy life.

Remember, silence is sometimes the best answer to questions.

Variation is a fundamental characteristic of life and is necessary for natural selection to succeed.

If you directly accept your suffering, it will be easier for you to understand the nature and scope of the problem itself.

What are you looking for? Happiness, love, peace of mind. Don't go to the other side of the world to look for them, you will return disappointed! Look for them in the depths of your heart.

The feeling of guilt has to do with the action committed; shame has to do with who you are.

If you fearlessly face problems instead of avoiding them, you will find yourself in a better position.

We couldn't live without habits, as they allow us to do many things without thinking. However, if we refuse to think, we can create a lot of trouble for ourselves.

The fear of not being believed is exactly the same as the fear of being caught in the act.

The model of intimacy that the Dalai Lama offers is a determination to open up to other people—family, friends, even strangers—in order to establish a deep connection with them based on common human kinship.

Sometimes the most disgusting problems can be crushed into dust by a small dose of humor.

If I accept your apology, then I accept that your actions and you are not the same thing.

I realized that almost every thing in my life is the result of the efforts of many other people. My precious self-sufficiency was just an illusion I created for myself. Having come to this conclusion, I was imbued with a sense of the deep interconnectedness and interdependence of all living beings. I felt much better, and I felt something that suddenly made me want to cry.

When it seems to a person that everything is going wrong, something wonderful tries to enter his life.

No matter what happens, never lose heart. Anyone who constantly tells himself: “I can do everything” will eventually achieve his goal. If you inspire yourself: “This is impossible, I am not capable of this, I will never succeed,” then you are dooming yourself to failure. As the Tibetan proverb says: “Without the strength to resist despondency, it is impossible to overcome poverty.”

In essence, we perceive happiness or unhappiness depending on how we see our life situation and how satisfied we are with what we have.

If you choose as a guide a person who is inferior to you in terms of merit, this will lead you to decline. If it becomes someone whose merits are comparable to yours, then you will remain at the same level. But if you decide to rely on a person who is superior in merit to you, then this will help you achieve a higher state.

We can never achieve peace in the outer world until we achieve it in the inner world.

The stronger our peace of mind and the more equanimous our mind, the stronger our ability to be happy and enjoy life.

Material development gives only sensual pleasures. If we want lasting happiness, we need to develop consciousness. You need to calm your mind.

Before you judge someone, take his shoes and walk his path, taste his tears, feel his pain. Straddle every stone he tripped over. And only after that tell him that you know how to live correctly.

We often hear that all people are equal. The implication is that we all have the same desire for happiness. Every

I don't celebrate birthdays. For me, this day is no different from others. In a way, every day is a birthday. You wake up in the morning, everything is fresh and new, and the main thing is that this new day brings you something important.

A person himself chooses whether to suffer or not, choosing his reaction to a particular situation.

It is very important to develop connections between different religions in order to unite efforts for the benefit of all humanity

In essence, nirvana is a state of mind in which a person is freed from pain and from the influence of undesirable character traits and conditions.

When it seems to a person that everything is going wrong, something wonderful tries to enter his life.

For someone who has achieved a certain understanding and inner harmony, any event, any experience becomes a teaching.

From the first moment of birth, we find ourselves under the wing of the care and kindness of our parents. Then, in our declining years, when illness and old age approach us, we again surrender ourselves to the mercy of others. If at the beginning and end of our lives we rely so much on the mercy of other beings, how can it be that in the middle we deny them kindness?

Remember, silence is sometimes the best answer to questions.

In order for religion to become a source of inner strength, it is necessary to place it in the space of one’s own life. Religious

If we want to become balanced people, we must work hard to give ourselves what nature did not want to give us, that is, to ensure the participation of consciousness in the manifestation of our emotions.

Taking care of yourself or even your loved ones is not the main thing. The purpose of life is more global. We need neither more nor less - to protect all of humanity at once. And if this seems impossible, at least try not to harm people.

Their purpose is to make people happier and the world a better place. But in order for it to come true, every believer must sincerely follow his teaching.

Each of us is responsible for all of humanity. This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart - this is our temple; our philosophy is kindness.

Every person needs his own religion. The purpose of religion is to benefit people, and if there were only one religion, then I think sooner or later it would cease to please everyone.

Everyone chooses their own path in life. One is the road of anger and greed, the second is of kindness and understanding.

I believe that the real religion is the Good Heart.

We will conclude our review of the factors leading to a rich and happy life with a conversation about spirituality.

Our enemies provide us with the perfect opportunity to practice patience, perseverance, and compassion.

We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot live without love and compassion.

Measure your victory by what you had to sacrifice for it.

All people are different and everyone has their own view of the world.

It's too late to go back to start things right, but it's not too late to rush forward to finish things right.

Some approach intimacy with anger, shouting, and insults. They like. But they haven’t learned to show it differently.

There is a very natural tendency to associate spirituality with religion.

Don't answer anyone when you're angry, don't promise anything when you're happy, never decide when you're sad.

That's why they don't know what self-hatred is.

If I accept your apology, then I accept that your actions and you are not the same thing.

Sometimes the most disgusting problems can be crushed into dust by a small dose of humor.

The hypothesis that self-hatred is a widespread human problem leads to the perception of hatred as an innate feature of the human psyche.

It is very important to learn not to hold anyone. There are good people nearby - rejoice, if there is no one nearby - relax, rethink your life.

However, the results of scientific research on personality characteristics indicate that most people feel (or tend to feel) good about themselves, rating themselves as “above average.”

First of all, they should remember that the most valuable gift that humans have received from nature is our intelligence.

Some approach intimacy with anger, shouting, and insults. They like. But they haven’t learned to show it differently.

The highest source of happiness for my soul is the peace of my mind. Nothing can break it except my own anger.

Prosperity comes through action, not through prayer.

Practicing Buddhists can find relief from self-hatred by reflecting on the fact that all living beings have Buddha nature.

In order to become happy, you need to change your own attitude and approach life differently.

Overconfidence and arrogance usually lead to negative results, while self-confidence usually leads to positive ones.

Sometimes it’s very difficult to distinguish self-confidence from arrogance and arrogance,” he agreed.

Tolerance is the absence of concern about harm caused by the enemy.

What are you looking for? Happiness, love, peace of mind. Don’t go to the other side of the earth to look for them, you will return disappointed, sad, and devoid of hope. Look for them on the other side of yourself, in the depths of your heart.

We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot live without love and compassion.

The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your actions will be.

This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; there is no need for complex philosophy. Our own brain and our own heart are our temple; and philosophy is kindness.

A person creates an image of his own self based on direct and indirect data about himself received from his parents in childhood.

I did not wish harm either to her or to myself. Constantly

If you are confident in the sincerity and goodness of your intentions, you will get rid of anxiety in everyday life.

The first is to actively combat anxiety by focusing on this thought: if there is a solution to a problem, there is no need to worry, and if there is no solution, worrying will no longer help.

The purpose of our existence is to seek happiness.

In this case, when I refer to the concept of "education of the mind", I do not mean exclusively cognitive ability or intelligence. I use this concept to convey the meaning of the Tibetan word "Sem", which is associated with reason and feeling, with the mind and heart. It is comparable to such European concepts as “psyche” or “spirit”.

The world is imperfect because we are imperfect.

If the problem can be solved, there is no need to worry about it. If the problem cannot be solved, there is no point in worrying.

We are part of humanity, so we should take care of humanity. And if this is not in our power, then we must at least not cause harm.

Further, while developing the sense of urgency that is so necessary for spiritual development, you must constantly remind yourself of your impermanence, of death.

You can know whether a certain action is good or not by the state of mind in which it is performed - disciplined or undisciplined. A disciplined mind leads to happiness, an undisciplined mind leads to suffering. In essence, the meaning of Buddhist teaching is to educate the mind.

By maintaining a positive attitude towards life, you can be happy even in the most unfavorable conditions.

Success can lead to a temporary feeling of euphoria, while tragedy can lead to depression. But our average level of happiness tends to stabilize sooner or later.

To achieve happiness, you need to eliminate the causes of suffering

We can all find a common language with each other while we still consider ourselves human...
When you feel bad, it is important to feel that you are part of something whole.
Any dead end is given to us so that we can set priorities correctly.
For us to be happy, our mind must be absolutely equanimous!
Compassion is the conscious desire to free others from suffering.
Educate your mind, and you will see for yourself how much you will achieve :D.
Your mood cannot suddenly turn bad as long as you control it!
The goal of life is not to reach a certain point, but to walk calmly.
It is worth noting that the mind is not just a thousand different thoughts.
Each of us has thoughts that urgently need to be neutralized...
Do good. Start even small and you will see how your life changes.
Don’t set your expectations too high: they cause so many problems later!
You will definitely achieve what you want if your wishes are sincere.
Change. And your own kindness will help you with this.
Suffering is simply an incentive for a person to finally gain intelligence!
Kindness appeared in the beginning, and then intelligence developed...
Our emotions are constantly changing, but bad ones will not become good without the use of the power of the mind.
Learn to be content with what you have. Believe me, this will not stop you from growing.
From time to time, everyone has the feeling that in a conversation in front of us there is a person just like ourselves.
You may be rich, but without discipline you will never be able to experience the joy of your wealth!
Many external circumstances are not actually an obstacle to a happy life.

Each of us has exactly what we deserve. Do you agree?

The wisest truths are the simplest, and we all know this. Besides, it’s hard not to agree that the Dalai Lama’s quotes about man are filled with kindness!

The way you perceive life's circumstances makes you an optimist or a pessimist!
Live for today, because there will be no other...
We get a piece of happiness even when we are simply next to our loved ones.
True kindness lives in the hearts of those people who love children.
Even an uncommunicative person is capable of incredible sincerity...
Be open to people. And if you believe, it won't hurt you.
There are things that just don’t fit in with a kind person. And you know what I mean!
The one whose heart is filled with love is truly fearless.
Help only if you can. But to do no harm is your responsibility.
You have the right to condemn someone only if you follow his path exactly, with all the difficulties.
If you can calm yourself down at any moment, this is already a guarantee of happiness.
Every day in your life should bring something joyful. And then there will be no need for birthdays.
Every morning for me is already a holiday :).
If you didn’t get what you wanted, perhaps fate took you away from something bad...
The source of humanity's evils is the self-centeredness of a few people.
If you already know how to solve the problem, there is no need to worry about it!
There is nothing better to practice patience than to have enemies.
Don't be afraid to laugh, because who knows: maybe your laughter is contagious...
If possible, it is better to be kind.
It’s not enough to be optimistic. It is also important to preserve it!
To fight for freedom, you need to use the only tool. And it is true.

Quotes from the Dalai Lama are incredible. And those who have read at least a few of them can no longer disagree with this.

Be honest and open: it's worth it

If you want kindness to settle in your heart, then phrases like these will help in the best possible way. Plus, your friends will definitely appreciate Dalai Lama's quotes about life.

I do not accept apologies because I do not believe that a person and his actions are the same thing.
If you accept difficulties with optimism, then there will be no more of them!
Cultivate goodness if you suddenly don’t know what to do.
Be ready to choose good in the most difficult period of your life, no matter what it turns out to be...
No, I'm not perfect at all. But I do not deny that there is a lot of good in me!
There is one God, but there are several religions, because different people need different things.
Try to benefit from all activities in which you are involved.
The main difference between a person and an animal is the ability to respect.
Sometimes pleasure is not pleasure at all, but a disguise of pain.
The body suffers if you consume food in excessive quantities!
Facial expression conveys emotion. But if it stays in a person’s soul for too long, a grimace appears.
We cannot know the motivation of others simply because many do not know it themselves...
There are people around whom you experience spiritual excitement. Just by looking at them...
Love – it can disarm. And if you really love, then you understand what we’re talking about!
Do not let faith remain at the level of the intellect: it must go further, into the heart.
Develop your ability to remain in a good mood for a long time.
Besides love, there is another important emotion that should be in every person. This is compassion.
If grief happens to you, have pity on yourself: give yourself time to get over it.
You must understand what is happening around you, and you must also study yourself...
We can control the mind. And we don’t even fully imagine how much.

His activities

The current spiritual Lord was born into a family of peasants, he was the ninth child out of 16 born, and only 7 of them survived. The boy, who passed all the tests, was found on Chinese territory and they negotiated for quite a long time so that he could be taken away. After a long journey, difficult years of study began. To obtain all the necessary knowledge, he had to study for more than 20 years to receive the title of Geshe-lharamba. The education received was as comprehensive as possible - from music and art, to logic, metaphysics and philosophy, as well as training in the basics of medicine. Hence his knowledge of the culture and art of Tibet and world civilizations, knowledge of spiritual ailments and serious illnesses

Despite constant persecution, deprivation, forced migration, it was the 14th Dalai Lama who became an outstanding international figure; he traveled many times, even to the Soviet Union, fought for peace, the spiritual unity of different peoples, sowed virtue and age-old wisdom, and mastered modern media. He accepted them easily, and they became a significant help and a great relief for the very elderly man, with his still kind smile and clear eyes.