“Occasionally, we have to find a reason to smile. Most of the time we smile simply because we can.”

“The reason birds can fly and we can't is simply because they have perfect faith, for to have faith is to have wings.”

“When we revolt it’s not for a particular culture. We revolt simply because, for a variety of reasons, we can no longer breathe”

“If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work.”

“We smile, because this is how we save the world.”

“If a child smiles, if an adult smiles, that is very important. If in our daily lives we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. If we really know how to live, what better way to start the day than with a smile? Our smile affirms our awareness and determination to live in peace and joy. The source of a true smile is an awakened mind.”