I describe myself as a simple Buddhist monk. No more, no less.

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"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion."

- Dalai Lama

Compassion

"Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible."

- Dalai Lama

Compassion

"Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day."

- Dalai Lama

Positivity

"Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions."

- Dalai Lama

Happiness

"Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make it meaningful: a meaningful friend - or a meaningful day."

- Dalai Lama

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"Beauty is not about physical perfection, but about authenticity and confidence."

- Beauty and the Beast

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"Beauty is found in the unique qualities that make us who we are."

- Beauty and the Beast

Self-awareness

"I always wanted to be somebody, but now I realize I should have been more specific."

- Lily Tomlin

Self-awareness

"Make sure your worst enemy doesn’t live between your own two ears."

- Laird Hamilton

Self-awareness

"True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less."

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