The Maker

We need material development, but we need to understand that by itself it doesn’t bring peace of mind.

Cultivating a close, warm-hearted feeling for others automatically puts the mind at ease.

To make this a century of dialogue we need to find ways to promote a greater awareness of the oneness of humanity.

It is important to consider others at least as important as ourselves. This is the essence of spirituality.

It is vital that when educating our children’s brains we do not neglect to educate their hearts by nurturing their compassionate nature.

If you are honest, truthful, and transparent, people trust you. If people trust you, you have no grounds for fear, suspicion or jealousy.

We need not only a trained intelligence, but also a warm heart. Then a sense of community and a sense of responsibility will arise naturally

Compassion, tolerance, forgiveness and a sense of self-discipline are qualities that help us lead our daily lives with a calm mind.

Just as we encourage physical hygiene to preserve our health, we also need a sense of emotional or mental hygiene too.

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We live in a world in which we are dependent on others; we cannot expect to fulfil our goals while disregarding others’ needs.