“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.”

“When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.”

The greatest mistake we make in relationships, we listen half, understand quarter, think zero, and react double.

In disagreements with loved ones, deal with the current situation. Don’t bring up the past as that will only cause unnecessary resentment.

“A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out.”

If you are positive, you’ll see opportunities instead of obstacles.

A dream is not that which you see while sleeping, it is something that does not let you sleep.

“Believe that life is worth living and your belief will help create the fact.”

Positive anything is better than negative nothing.

“We should respect all religions and just believe in peace, kindness and harmony.”

“A friend who understands your tears is much more valuable than a lot of friends who only know your smile.”

“Stress, anxiety, and depression are caused when we are living to please others.”