Top 500 Dalai Lama Xiv Quotes (2025 Update)

If the work is worthwhile, then whether we can complete it or not, it’s worth making the attempt. That’s why courage is important.

— Dalai Lama XIV

I have come to the conclusion that whether or not a person is a religious believer does not matter. Far more important is that they be a good human being.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Smile if you want a smile from another face.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Cheer Human Nature Harmony Joy

A positive state of mind is not merely good for you, it benefits everyone with whom you come into contact, literally changing the world.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Friends, genuine friends, are attracted by a warm heart, not money, not power. A genuine friend considers you as just another human being, as a brother or sister, and shows affection on that level, regardless of whether you are rich or poor, or in a high position; that is a genuine friend.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Responsibility does not only lie with the leaders of our countries or with those who have been appointed or elected to do a particular job. It lies with each of us individually.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Country

When we feel love and kindness toward others, it not only makes others feel loved and cared for, but it helps us also to develop inner happiness and peace.

— Dalai Lama XIV

When our mind is calm, we’re better able to find peace of mind and live a joyful life.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects.

— Dalai Lama XIV

In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Don’t bring up the past.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Our enemies provide us with a precious opportunity to practice patience and love. We should have gratitude toward them.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Without inner peace it is impossible to have world peace.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Mental happiness is more important than physical comfort. Physical comfort comes from the material. But material facilities cannot provide you with peace of mind.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Try to remain truthful. The power of truth never declines. Force and violence may be effective in the short term, but in the long run it’s truth that prevails.

— Dalai Lama XIV

I believe that we are fundamentally the same and have the same basic potential.

— Dalai Lama XIV

It is maybe not the best choice to have a favorite anything.

— Dalai Lama XIV

The fact that there is always a positive side to life is the one thing that gives me a lot of happiness. This world is not perfect. There are problems. But things like happiness and unhappiness are relative. Realizing this gives you hope.

— Dalai Lama XIV

It is felt that a disciplined mind leads to happiness and an undisciplined mind leads to suffering, and in fact it is said that bringing about discipline within one’s mind is the essence of the Buddha’s teaching.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that’s very important for good health.

— Dalai Lama XIV

Self-Care Mental Strength Serenity Buddhist

I believe that constant effort, tireless effort, pursuing clear goals with sincere effort is the only way.

— Dalai Lama XIV

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