My Favorite Dalai Lama Quotes

“Open your arms to change but don't let go of your values.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back and reasons to stay.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“Happiness doesn't always come from a pursuit. Sometimes it comes when we least expect it.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“Time passes unhindered. When we make mistakes, we cannot turn the clock back and try again. All we can do is use the present well.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“pain is inevitable,suffering is optional...
we have bigger houses,but smaller families. More conveniences,but less time. We have knowledge,but less judgements; more experts,but more problems ; more medicines but less health.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“If I am only happy for myself, many fewer chances for happiness. If I am happy when good things happen to other people, billions more chances to be happy!” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“When life becomes too complicated and we feel overwhelmed, it’s often useful just to stand back and remind ourselves of our overall purpose, our overall goal. When faced with a feeling of stagnation and confusion, it may be helpful to take an hour, an afternoon, or even several days to simply reflect on what it is that will truly bring us happiness, and then reset our priorities on the basis of that. This can put our life back in proper context, allow a fresh perspective, and enable us to see which direction to take.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama, The Art of Happiness: A Handbook for Living

“Learn and obey the rules very well so you will know how to break them properly.”
― 14th Dalai Lama


“The greater the level of calmness of our mind, the greater our peace of mind, the greater our ability to enjoy a happy and joyful life.” 
― 14th Dalai Lama

“no matter what is happening, no matter what is going on around you, never give up” 
― 14th Dalai Lama