To utter pleasant words without practicing them, is like a fine flower without fragrance.

Do not speak - unless it improves on silence.

All rising to great places is by a winding stair.

Health is the first benefit. Content is the first fortune. Friendliness is the first kindness. Nirvana is the first happiness.

To keep the body in good health is a duty, for otherwise we shall not be able to trim the lamp of wisdom, and keep our mind strong and clear.

Dispassion is the best of mental states. . . .

Observe the life by cause and consequence. Explore the life by wisdom. Treat the life by equality. Complete the life by love.

By your own efforts waken yourself, watch yourself. And live joyfully.

On a long journey of human life, faith is the best of companions; it is the best refreshment on the journey; and it is the greatest property.

Treat others with respect. How you treat others will be how they treat you.

You are all Buddhas. There is nothing you need to achieve. Just open your eyes.

Even loss and betrayal can bring us awakening.

Only within our body, with its heart and mind, can bondage and suffering be found, and only here can we find true liberation.

Before giving, the mind of the giver is happy; while giving, the mind of the giver is made peaceful; and having given, the mind of the giver is uplifted.

Nothing is forever except change.

In protecting oneself, others are protected; In protecting others, oneself is protected.

Wherever you live is your temple, if you treat it like one.

We do not learn by experience, but by our capacity for experience.

How does one practice mindfulness? Sit in meditation. Be aware of only your breath.