Inspirational Quotes

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We are what we think.

All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make the world.

Do not dwell in the past. Do not dream of the future. Concentrate the mind on the present moment.

Even if everyone else is not doing good, I alone will.

Even if everyone else is doing wrong, I alone will not.

Everything changes, nothing remains without change.

There is nothing more dreadful than the habit of doubt.

Doubt separates people.

There is nothing more worthy than the virtue of selflessness.

Selflessness unite people.

The rule of friendship means there should be mutual sympathy between them.

If we fail to look after others when they need help, who will look after us?

Indifference brings indifference; Loving-kindness brings loving-kindness.

If a man's mind becomes pure, his surroundings will also become pure.

Happiness never decreases by being shared.

Hatred never ceases by hatred, but by love.

All that we are is the result of what we have thought; it is founded on our thoughts.

If a man speaks or acts with pure thought, joy will follow him, like a shadow that never leaves him.

In separateness, lies the world's great suffering.

In unity, lies the world's strength.

Phenomena are preceded by the heart, ruled by the heart and made of the heart.

When praised by some and condemned by others, free the mind from hate and pride, and gently go your way in peace.

You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.

The wise control themselves.

Avoid all evil, Embrace all goodness, Purify one’s own mind.

When speaking with friends do not discuss the rights and wrongs of others.

When we free ourselves of desire, we will know serenity and freedom.

Forgive and be free.

Forget that you have forgiven and be freer.

Loving-kindness is giving others happiness.

Compassion is removing others’ bitterness.

Joy is freeing others from suffering.

Since everything is a reflection of our minds, everything can be changed by our minds.

When things are going well, be mindful of adversity.

When prosperous, be mindful of poverty.

When loved, be mindful of thoughtfulness.

When respected, be mindful of humility.

Until he has unconditional and unbiased love for all beings, man will not find peace.

Awakening is natural, delusion is not.

Always be mindful of the kindness and not the faults of others.

Maintain a state of balance between physical acts and inner serenity, like a lute whose strings are finely tuned.

Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.

If the causes we create arise from wisdom, so then will the results.

Good fortune comes from selflessness. Misfortune comes from selfishness.

We alone are responsible for our lives.

Lovingkindness as Thought is Tranquility.

Lovingkindness as Speech is Softness.

Lovingkindness as Activity is Altruism.

Lovingkindness as Practice is Peace.

Everything arises from the mind.

Speaking pleasant words without practicing them is like a fine flower without fragrance.

Frustration and worries arise from desire.

It is our own thoughts that lead us into trouble, not other people.

Our words should be carefully chosen for people will hear them and be influenced by them for good or for ill.

Serenity and generosity are the qualities of the heart.

Insight and concentration are the qualities of the mind.

Compassion and wisdom are qualities of the true nature.

Pity arises when we are sorry for someone.

Compassion is when we understand and help wisely.

Rely on the meaning not just the words.

Rely on the real meaning not the provisional one.

Hear what is said, retain what is important, speak what is worthy.

Life is never easy. It is full of trials, sacrifices and heartaches.

Being in love is a magical feeling.

Love is a healing process.