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Tag Archives: Dalai Lama
Being concerned about others does not mean you forgo fulfilling your own needs, but that if you do help others there is mutual benefit.
Being concerned about others does not mean you forgo fulfilling your own needs, but that if you do help others there is mutual benefit. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? The quote starts out by reminding us that being … Continue reading
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The quality of our actions, whether they are positive or negative, depends on our motivation. This is why we have to transform our minds.
The quality of our actions, whether they are positive or negative, depends on our motivation. This is why we have to transform our minds. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? All that we do are our actions. We do … Continue reading
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You can’t buy inner peace or wisdom with money. You have to create them within yourself.
You can’t buy inner peace or wisdom with money. You have to create them within yourself. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote talks about two of the biggest fallacies in the modern developed world. Inner Peace and … Continue reading
Posted in creativity, habits, knowledge, money, peace, wisdom
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Idealistic as it may sound, altruism should be the driving force in business, not just competition and a desire for wealth.
Idealistic as it may sound, altruism should be the driving force in business, not just competition and a desire for wealth. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? Let’s start with a definition of altruism. From dictionary.com, we get “the … Continue reading
Posted in action, altruism, desire, kindness, vision
Tagged @DalaiLama, altruism, business, Dalai Lama, Idealistic, sound
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Compassion is a source of happiness, while self-centerdness can lead ultimately to violence.
Compassion is a source of happiness, while self-centerdness can lead ultimately to violence. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this quote is about the dichotomy of life. In it we have a pair of polar opposites, with … Continue reading
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The more we are concerned for the well-being of others, the closer we will feel to each other.
The more we are concerned for the well-being of others, the closer we will feel to each other. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? He has many quotes about our relationship within the greater humanity, but this one is … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, concerned, Dalai Lama, others, well-being
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A meaningful life isn’t about acquiring money and other facilities; it’s about dedicating your life to helping others as much as you can.
A meaningful life isn’t about acquiring money and other facilities; it’s about dedicating your life to helping others as much as you can. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote is interesting to me because it discusses what … Continue reading
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It is always helpful to remain honest and truthful in the face of difficulty.
It is always helpful to remain honest and truthful in the face of difficulty. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this quote speaks of the challenge we face when the going gets tough. What will we do, … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, Dalai Lama, helpful, honest, truthful
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In addition to modern education, there is a need to learn how to achieve inner peace.
In addition to modern education, there is a need to learn how to achieve inner peace. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? There are not many people left in this world who would argue against a modern education for … Continue reading
Pay more attention to compassion and you’ll find you’re happier. It’s that practical and simple.
Pay more attention to compassion and you’ll find you’re happier. It’s that practical and simple. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? While I will acknowledge that some people are wired differently, this is the truth for the greater portion … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, attention, compassion, Dalai Lama, happier
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If tragedy strikes, don’t lose hope. Transform it into an opportunity to make things better.
If tragedy strikes, don’t lose hope. Transform it into an opportunity to make things better. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This is a great quote about our attitude. Bad things happen to good people. But what do we … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, Dalai Lama, hope, opportunity, tragedy
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Even people opposed to religion need calm minds and compassion to make their work more effective.
Even people opposed to religion need calm minds and compassion to make their work more effective. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote talks about how calm minds and compassion is useful to everyone, even those who do … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, calm, compassion, Dalai Lama, minds
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Everyone wants to lead a happy life, a meaningful life. In order to fulfill this goal our practice should be realistic.
Everyone wants to lead a happy life, a meaningful life. In order to fulfill this goal our practice should be realistic. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? While I believe every goal can be achieved, eventually, there are limits to … Continue reading
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Tagged @DalaiLama, Dalai Lama, happy, meaningful, realistic
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We have to try to solve local problems keeping global interests in mind.
We have to try to solve local problems keeping global interests in mind. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This quote is about solving problems. We all have problems, issues, troubles, or whatever word you prefer to use. And we … Continue reading
The power of truth never declines. Force and violence may be effective in the short term, but in the long run it’s truth that prevails.
The power of truth never declines. Force and violence may be effective in the short term, but in the long run it’s truth that prevails. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? To me, this quote is about the futility … Continue reading
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