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In order to help others, in order to serve others, the real motive is love.

Being concerned about others does not mean you forgo fulfilling your own needs, but that if you do help others there is mutual benefit.

Problems created by human beings have to be solved by human beings. Basic human nature is compassionate and this is our source of hope.

Inner peace depends on warm-heartedness and a concern for others’ well being.

Building trust depends on concern for others and defending their rights, not doing them harm.

Live Webcast: HHDL in a discussion on Ancient Indian Philosophy & Modern Sciences from Dharamsala, India on April 29 http://dalailama.com/liveweb 

If we remember the oneness of humanity and think of each other as brothers and sisters we can overcome that potential for violence.

This planet is our only home; we are all responsible for taking care of it. I’m happy to see leaders now taking climate change seriously.

The time has come for us to consider seriously how to change our way of life not through prayer or religious teaching, but through education

Because society is the basis of our own happiness, it makes sense for us to take care of others.

Creating a better world will require will-power, vision and determination. And for that we need a strong sense that humanity is one family.

The distinction between violence and non-violence lies less in the nature of the action and more in the motivation with which it is done.

Physical comfort alone does not bring inner peace. We create inner peace within the mind.

We need friendship, which depends on trust. And that depends on concern for others, defending their rights, and not doing them harm.

Whether technology's effect is good or bad depends on the user. It's important that we shouldn't be slaves to technology; it should help us.

Live: HHDL's teaching on 8 Verses of Mind Training and discussion on well-being from Madison, WI, USA on March 8-9. http://dalailama.com/liveweb 

Cultivating warm-heartedness and compassion is something we can all do.

Just as cold is dispelled by heat, its opposite, anger and loving-kindness counter one another.

Open hearts encourage a sense of security and trust that is the basis of genuine friendship, which is to everyone's benefit.

We will only create a more peaceful and harmonious world if we adopt a peaceful approach and engage openly in dialogue.

Love and affection are important if we are to live a happy life.

What is important today is that we consciously cultivate a sense of the oneness of humanity, because we all depend on each other.

Friendship doesn’t depend on fame, money or physical strength. It’s based on trust and trust depends on love and affection.

Live: In honor of HHDL's 80th year, friends and supporters will gather in New Delhi to celebrate on January 4th. http://dalailama.com/liveweb 

If you live your life honestly and truthfully, you'll be open and transparent, which leads to trust. And trust leads to friendship.

We have to make a special effort to think of each other as fellow human beings, as our brothers and sisters.

We have a marvellous brain, but have to use it properly. It's scientific to be sceptical, to research and experiment. An approach I admire.

When you help others, do so out of respect. Don't look down on them. Serve other human beings with a compassionate intent.

Climate change affects everyone, all nations, not just one or two. Consider it a global issue; national interests will automatically be met.

This planet is our home and Tibet its roof. We need #climateaction for #Tibet - the #RoofOfTheWorld #COP21 #ADP2015 http://thndr.me/2gAQJK 

When faced with problems, don’t lose hope. Keep up your self-confidence and don’t be too impatient to achieve quick results.

We need to promote the oneness of all human beings, on the basis of which there are no grounds for killing or exploiting others.

It is possible to use our intelligence and extend our compassion to others, including even our enemies.

Tibet's ecology needs protecting, not just for Tibetans, but for the health and sustainability of the entire world http://tibet.net/COP21/ 

Fundamentally, all spiritual traditions help us train our minds, overcome our negativities and fulfill our inner potential.

The future is in your hands, but for it to be peaceful and happy requires a sense of compassion and concern for others’ well-being.

Many think that happiness is to be found outside ourselves in material things, but actually happiness is something that comes from within.

Changing the world is up to us. If each of us tries, the next generation may see a happier, more peaceful world emerge.

Let's remember that world peace results from individuals like us finding lasting peace within #PeaceDayChallenge http://www.peacedaychallenge.org 

To serve others and not only to secure their welfare, but also to avoid harming them, is the standard of a meaningful life.

As human beings, equipped with marvellous intelligence and the potential for developing a warm heart, each of us can become a force for good

It's unrealistic to think that the future of humanity can be achieved through prayer or good wishes alone; what we need is to take action.

The goal of happier human beings living together, supporting each other, in a more peaceful world, is, I believe, something we can achieve.

Loving is of even greater importance than being loved.

The use of force and violence inevitably entails unanticipated consequences, but rarely yields a solution.