Like anyone else….

Like anyone else, I too have the potential for violence; I too have anger in me. However, I try to recall that anger is a destructive emotion. I remind myself that scientists now say that anger is bad for our health; it eats into our immune system. So, anger destroys our peace of mind and our physical health. We shouldn’t welcome it or think of it as natural or as a friend. ~ H.H. The 14th Dalai Lama

Affection and a Calm Mind

Affection and a calm mind are important to us. A calm mind is good for our physical health, but it also enables us to use our intelligence properly and to see things more realistically. Affection too is important because it counters anger, hatred and suspicion that can prevent our minds from functioning clearly. ~ His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama

Tenzin Gyatso, 14th Dalai Lama with Marco Pannella

Tenzin Gyatso, 14th Dalai Lama with Marco Pannella (Photo credit: Wikipedia)