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DalaiLama: If you have strong compassion, strong respect for others, then forgiveness is much easier.

DalaiLama: We can’t overcome anger and hatred by simply suppressing them. We need to actively cultivate their antidotes - patience and tolerance.

DalaiLama: Universal concern is essential in solving global problems.

DalaiLama: Without an altruistic motivation, scientists cannot distinguish between beneficial technologies and the merely expedient.

DalaiLama: I sometimes say that religion is something we can perhaps do without. What we cannot do without are the basic spiritual qualities.

DalaiLama: I want to show that there are indeed some universal ethical principles which could help everyone to achieve the happiness we all aspire to.

DalaiLama: The real source of inner joy is to remain truthful and honest.

DalaiLama: We do not need to reflect too long before we realize that all beings spontaneously look for happiness and try to avoid suffering.

DalaiLama: Watch video of Time Magazine's interview "Ten Questions for the Dalai Lama" originally published in June 2010. http://youtu.be/Z7tSZUwwiFw

DalaiLama: We do not follow ethical conduct because it is right in itself but because all others desire to be happy and avoid suffering, just like us.

DalaiLama: A society in which material development co-exists with spiritual progress is one where true happiness is really possible.

DalaiLama: The huge gap between rich and poor, globally and within nations, is not only morally wrong; it is also a source of practical problems.

DalaiLama: Wherever I go, I always give the advice to be altruistic and kind to others.

DalaiLama: Despite philosophical differences, all major world religions have the same potential to create good human beings.

DalaiLama: Let us cultivate love and compassion, both of which give true meaning to life.

DalaiLama: HHDL talks about solving conflicts through dialogue at the University of Washington in Seattle on 14 April 2008. http://youtu.be/w74ybE2llSc

DalaiLama: We need to try and solve problems in a spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood, in a spirit of reconciliation and compromise.

DalaiLama: If we continue to approach problems from the perspective of temporary expediency, future generations will face tremendous difficulties.

DalaiLama: Warm heartedness is the key factor for a happy family, happy community.

DalaiLama: A compassionate attitude opens our inner door, and as a result it is much easier to communicate with others.