Dalai Lama Sayings and Quotes

Below you will find our collection of inspirational, wise, and humorous old Dalai Lama quotes, Dalai Lama sayings, and Dalai Lama proverbs, collected over the years from a variety of sources.'

Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them.” Dalai Lama
Our purpose in life is to be happy. From the very core of our being, we simply desire contentment. Dalai Lama
The purpose of our lives is to be happy. Dalai Lama
The most important thing is transforming our minds, for a new way of thinking, a new outlook: we should strive to develop a new inner world. Dalai Lama
Hard times build determination and inner strength. Through them we can also come to appreciate the uselessness of anger. Dalai Lama
Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible. Dalai Lama
Through violence, you may “solve” one problem, but you sow seeds for another. Dalai Lama
Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them. Dalai Lama
Developing concern for others, thinking of them as part of us, brings self-confidence, reduces our sense of suspicion and mistrust, and enables us to develop a calm mind. Dalai Lama
Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health. Dalai Lama
When our mind is calm, we're better able to find peace of mind and live a joyful life. Dalai Lama
A calm mind is good for our physical health, but it also enables us to see things more realistically. Dalai Lama
When we speak of a calm state of mind or peace of mind, we shouldn't confuse that with an insensitive state of apathy. Having a calm or peaceful state of mind doesn't mean being spaced out or completely empty. Peace of mind or a calm state of mind is rooted in affection and compassion and is sensitive and responsive to others. Dalai Lama
When you practice gratefulness, there is a sense of respect toward others. Dalai Lama
With realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world. Dalai Lama
As you breathe in, cherish yourself. As you breathe out, cherish all Beings. Dalai Lama
We must each lead a way of life with self awareness and compassion, to do as much as we can. Then, whatever happens we will have no regrets. Dalai Lama
If someone has a gun and is trying to kill you, it would be reasonable to shoot back with your own gun. Dalai Lama
An open heart is an open mind. Dalai Lama
In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess. Dalai Lama
Too much self-centered attitude, you see, brings, you see, isolation. Result: loneliness, fear, anger. The extreme self-centered attitude is the source of suffering. Dalai Lama
When selflessness is seen in objects, the seed of cyclic existence is destroyed. Dalai Lama
Share your knowledge. It is a way to achieve immortality. Dalai Lama
Once a year, go somewhere you have never been before. Dalai Lama
Constructiveness is the human way. Dalai Lama
To be aware of a single shortcoming in oneself is more useful than to be aware of a thousand in someone else. Dalai Lama
It is very important to generate a good attitude, a good heart, as much as possible. From this, happiness in both the short term and the long term for both yourself and others will come. Dalai Lama
Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace. Dalai Lama
Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions. Dalai Lama
If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. Dalai Lama