“That is what compassion does. It challenges our assumptions, our sense of self-limitation, worthlessness, of not having a place in the world, our feelings of loneliness and estrangement. These are narrow, constrictive states of mind. As we develop compassion, our hearts open.”
—Sharon Salzberg

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Best Inspiring Quotes – APJ Abdul Kalam

“Don’t focus on negative things; focus on the positive, and you will flourish.”

“It is important that we forgive ourselves for making mistakes. We need to learn from our errors and move on.”

“The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present.”

“Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.” 

“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.”

“A friend is one who overlooks your broken fence and admires the flowers in your garden.”

A winner is a dreamer who never gives up

You must not lose faith in humanity. Humanity is an ocean; if a few drops of the ocean are dirty, the ocean does not become dirty.

The best brains of the nation may be found on the last benches of the classroom.

“Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference. They bless the one who receives them, and they bless you, the giver.”

“Don’t be afraid to start over. This time you’re not starting from scratch, you’re starting from experience.”

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