Quotes by Dalai Lama

You have to start giving first and expect absolutely nothing. — Dalai Lama

With realization of one's own potential & self confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world. — Dalai Lama

When you practice contentment you can say to yourself, 'Oh yes I already have everything that I really need'. — Dalai Lama

What unites all beings is their desire for happiness. — Dalai Lama

We must all live harmoniously with our neighbors. Your happiness depends on it. — Dalai Lama

We have to make a sustained effort, again and again, to cultivate the positive aspects within us. — Dalai Lama

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

True compassion is not just an emotional response but a firm commitment founded on reason. — Dalai Lama

Through money or power you cannot solve all problems. The problem in the human heart must be solved first. — Dalai Lama

The ultimate source of happiness is our mental attitude. — Dalai Lama

The purpose of our lives is to be happy. — Dalai Lama

The more you nurture a feeling of loving kindness, the happier and calmer you will be. — Dalai Lama

Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk. — Dalai Lama

Spend some time alone every day. — Dalai Lama

Smile if you want a smile from another face. — Dalai Lama

See the positive side, the potential, and make an effort. — Dalai Lama

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

Peace does not come through prayer, we human beings must create peace. — Dalai Lama

Our purpose in life is to be happy. From the very core of our being, we simply desire contentment. — Dalai Lama

Once a year, go someplace you've never been before. — Dalai Lama

Nothing is permanent. — Dalai Lama

Love and compassion are the pillars of world peace. — Dalai Lama

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