100 Dalai Lama Quotes On Life And Kindness.

14^th Dalai Lama, known as Gyalwa Rinpoche to the Tibetan people, he is the current Dalai lama. He is the highest spiritual leader and former head of state of Tibet. He was born on 6^th July 1935. Tibetans believe him to be the reincarnation of his predecessors. his full name was Lhamo Thondup.

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The important thing is that men should have a purpose in life. It should be something useful, something good.

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The ultimate authority must always rest with the individuals own reason and critical analysis.

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Irrespective of whether we are believers or agnostics, whether we believe in God or karma, moral ethics is a code which everyone is able to pursue.

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In order to carry out a positive action we must develop a positive vision.

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We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.

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If a problem can be solved it will be. If it can not be solved there is no use worrying about it.

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Optimism doesn’t mean that you are blind to the reality of the situation. It means that you remain motivated to seek a solution to whatever problems arise.

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We are the controller of technology. If we become slaves to technology, then that’s not good.

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Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively.

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The topic of compassion is not at all religious business; it is important to know it is human business, it is a question of human survival.

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If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.

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Love is the absence of judgment.

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Where ignorance is our master, there is no possibility of real peace.

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Although you may not always be able to avoid difficult situations, you can modify the extent to which you can suffer by how you choose to respond to the situation.

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Action is more important than meditation.

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I have always had this view about the modern education system: we pay attention to brain development, but the development of warmheartedness we take for granted.

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Happiness is not something readymade, it comes from your own actions.

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Even when we have physical hardships, we can be very happy.

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People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just because they’re not on your road doesn’t mean they’ve gotten lost.

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When we feel love and kindness toward others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it also helps us to develop inner happiness and peace.

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

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The planet does not need more successful people. The planet desperately needs more peacemakers, healers, restorers, storytellers, and lovers of all kinds.

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You must not hate those who do wrong or harmful things; but with compassion, you must do what you can to stop them — for they are harming themselves, as well as those who suffer from their actions.

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Friendship depends on trust, not money, not power, not mere education or knowledge. Only if there is trust will there be friendship.

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With realization of one’s own potential and self-confidence in one’s ability, one can build a better world.

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Too much self-centered attitude, you see, brings, you see, isolation. Result: loneliness, fear, anger. The extreme self-centered attitude is the source of suffering.

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In order to become prosperous, a person must initially work very hard, so he or she has to sacrifice a lot of leisure time.

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Open your arms to change but don’t let go of your values.

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If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.

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Calm mind brings inner strength and self confidence, so that’s very important for good health.

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I defeat my enemies when I make them my friends.

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The remedy is to look deeper and recognize that we human beings are physically, mentally, and emotionally the same.

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Time passes unhindered. When we make mistakes, we cannot turn the clock back and try again. All we can do is use the present well.

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Happiness doesn’t always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.

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Even an animal, if you show genuine affection, gradually trust develops… If you are always showing a bad face and beating, how can you develop friendship?

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Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend – or a meaningful day.

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As individuals, we can influence our own families. Our families can influence our communities and our communities can influence our nations.

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All major religious traditions carry basically the same message, that is love, compassion, and forgiveness. The important thing is they should be part of our daily lives.

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When we meet real tragedy in life, we can react in two ways–either by losing hope and falling into self-destructive habits or by using the challenge to find our inner strength.

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A truly compassionate attitude toward others does not change even if they behave negatively or hurt you.

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Only the development of compassion and understanding for others can bring us the tranquility and happiness we all seek.

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Never give up. No matter what is going on. Never give up.

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We all have to live together, so we might as well live together happily.

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Our prime purpose in this life is to help others, and if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them.

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We all have the power of thought—so what are you lacking? If you have willpower, then you can change anything.

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World peace must develop from inner peace. Peace is not just the mere absence of violence. Peace is, I think, the manifestation of human compassion.

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Home is where you feel at home and are treated well.

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An open heart is an open mind.

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Let us try to recognize the precious nature of each day.

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Proper utilization of time is so important. While we have this body, and especially this amazing human brain, I think every minute is something precious.

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Someone else’s action should not determine your response.

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Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.

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We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.

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Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.

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The purpose of all the major religious traditions is not to construct big temples on the outside, but to create temples of goodness and compassion inside, in our hearts.

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If you can, help others; if you cannot do that, at least do not harm them.

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Sleep is the best meditation.

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If you have particular faith or religion, that is good. but you can survive without it.

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Every human action, whether it has become positive or negative, must depend on motivation.

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Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.

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Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay.

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When we feel love and kindness towards others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it also helps us to develop inner happiness and peace.

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The true hero is one who conquers his own anger and hatred.

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The goal is not to be better than the other man, but your previous self.

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I find hope in the darkest days, and focus in the brightest. I do not judge the universe.

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Someone else’s action should not determine your response.

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A disciplined mind leads to happiness, and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering.

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My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness.

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Remember that sometimes not getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.

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Compassion naturally creates a positive atmosphere, and as a result, you feel peaceful and content.

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In the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher.

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Instead of wondering WHY this is happening to you, consider why this is happening to YOU.

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Most people prefer a smile to a frown. It’s human nature. Even dogs respond with wagging tails to a smile and other shows of affection.

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

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Love and Compassion are the true religions to me. But to develop this, we do not need to believe in any religion.

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Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.

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Neither a space station nor an enlightened mind can be realized in a day.

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Because we all share this planet earth, we have to learn to live in harmony and peace with each other and with nature. This is not just a dream, but a necessity.

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Compassion is not religious business, it is human business, it is not luxury, it is essential for our own peace and mental stability, it is essential for human survival.

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Anger is the ultimate destroyer of your own peace of mind.

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Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.

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An eye for an eye… we are all blind.

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It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.

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Smile if you want a smile from another face.

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When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others.

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Our ancient experience confirms at every point that everything is linked together, everything is inseparable.

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Compassion is the radicalism of our time.

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It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.

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If someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun.

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Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality.

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I want to be just a pure spiritual leader.

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Once a year, go somewhere you’ve never been before.

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Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

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As you breathe in, cherish yourself. As you breathe out, cherish all beings.

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Sometimes one creates a dynamic impression by saying something, and sometimes one creates as significant of an impression by remaining silent.

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I believe the ultimate source of blessings is within us.

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Although you may not always be able to avoid difficult situations, you can modify the extent to which you can suffer by how you choose to respond to the situation.

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Anger or hatred is like a fisherman’s hook. It is very important for us to ensure that we are not caught by it.

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The purpose of our lives is to be happy

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