“The essence of the Dharma (the teachings of the Buddha) is about identifying the cause of our suffering & alleviating it.”

“To be mindful entails examining the path we are traveling & making choices that alleviate suffering & bring happiness to ourselves & those around us.”

“The erruption of feelings & emotions that follows a near-death exerience, or any event that causes us to stop & look deeply at the reality of our lives, is ripe with the potential for insight & clarity.”

“The more we genuinely care about others the greater our own happiness & inner peace.”

“When we teach a child patience we offer them the gift of a dignified life.”

“Suffering usually relates to wanting things to be different from the way they are.”

“Being a senior doesn't automatically make one wise but the wise & foolish alike have things to teach us.”