It is under the greatest adversity that there exists the greatest potential for doing good, both for oneself and others.

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"It is not enough to be compassionate—you must act."

- 14th Dalai Lama

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"There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness."

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"Whether or not we follow any particular spiritual tradition, the benefits of love and kindness are obvious to anyone."

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"When we feel love and kindness towards others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it also helps us to develop inner happiness and peace."

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"There is a saying in Tibetan, ‘Tragedy should be utilized as a source of strength.' No matter what sort of difficulties, how painful experience is, if we lose our hope, that’s our real disaster."

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