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So, The Tendency Of Our Childish Nature Is To Take Small Things Too Seriously And Get Easily Offended, Whereas When We Are Confronted With Situations Which Have Long-term Consequences, We Tend To Take Things Less Seriously
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Dalai Lama
So, The Tendency Of Our Childish Nature Is To Take Small Things Too Seriously And Get Easily Offended, Whereas When We Are Confronted With Situations Which Have Long-term Consequences, We Tend To Take Things Less Seriously
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Thinking
Compassion
When The Days Become Longer And There Is More Sunshine, The Grass Becomes Fresh And, Consequently, We Feel Very Happy. On The Other Hand, In Autumn, One Leaf Falls Down And Another Leaf Falls Down. The Beautiful Plants Become As If Dead And We Do Not Feel Very Happy. Why? I Think It Is Because Deep Down Our Human Nature Likes Construction, And Does Not Like Destruction. Naturally, Every Action Which Is Destructive Is Against Human Nature. Constructiveness Is The Human Way. Therefore, I Think That In Terms Of Basic Human Feeling, Violence Is Not Good. Non-violence Is The Only Way.
Beautiful
Buddhist
Fall
I Met An American Lady Many Years Ago, Much Distant. Then I Told Her About My Own Difficult Experiences And I Showed Some Genuine Concern. She Responded, "why Are You So Concerned About Me?" We Need More Patience. At A Fundamental Level, We Are The Same Human Brothers And Sisters. Then Forget It. The Human Mind Is Very Strange. Like That.
Brother
Years
Genuine Concern
The Roots Of All Goodness Lie In The Soil Of Appreciation For Goodness.
Inspirational
Positive
Thank You
Modern Education Is Premised Strongly On Materialistic Values. It Is Vital That When Educating Our Children's Brains That We Do Not Neglect To Educate Their Hearts, A Key Element Of Which Has To Be The Nurturing Of Our Compassionate Nature.
Inspirational
Sympathy
Education
The Laws Of Reasoning Consist Of The Ground, The Path, And The Result. ...suffering Is In The Mind. How We Perceive Happiness Determines Our Suffering Or Not.
Happiness
Law
Mind
The Affection Is Mainly Biological Factor. Then Further Sort Of Strengthening, That Religion Helps.
Helping
Affection
Strengthening
If You Shift Your Focus From Yourself To Others, Extend Your Concern To Others, And Cultivate The Thought Of Caring For The Well Being Of Others, Then This Will Have The Immediate Effect Of Opening Up Your Life And Helping You To Reach Out.
Caring
Opening Up
Focus
Compassion And Love Is The Source Of External And Internal Peace And Is Also The Root Of Racial Survival.
Buddhist
Love Is
Compassion
One Scientist Had Discussions About Love And Compassion. Usually, He Felt Irritation. After Our Meeting, For Some Months, Anger Never Come.
Compassion
Irritation
Months
By Developing A Sense Of Concern For Others' Well-being, Then No Matter What Others' Attitudes Are, You Can Keep Inner Peace.
Attitude
Concern For Others
Inner Peace
When We Are Motivated By Compassion And Wisdom, The Results Of Our Actions Benefit Everyone, Not Just Our Individual Selves.
Compassion
Self
Benefits
Once You Have A Genuine Sense Of Concern For Others, There’s No Room For Cheating, Bullying Or Exploitation.
Cheating
Bullying
Concern For Others
By Far The Single Greatest Danger Facing Humankind - In Fact, All Living Beings On Our Planet - Is The Threat Of Nuclear Destruction.
Nuclear
Facts
Destruction
In My Childhood, And Particularly When I Take The Responsibility, I Already Have Sort Of Keen Desire, We Must Change Our System. Then As Soon As We Reach India, 1959, At Once We Start Working For Democratization. Now Here If Remain In A Political Sort Of Field, Supreme Leader, At The Same Time Religious Leader, That May Become Hindrance Of Proper Democracy.
Religious
Responsibility
Political
The Question Is Not To Know What Is The Meaning Of Life, But What Meaning I Can Give To My Life.
Giving
Meaning Of Life
Purpose
The Death Penalty Fulfills A Preventive Function, But It Is Also Very Clearly A Form Of Revenge. It Is An Especially Severe Form Of Punishment Because It Is So Final. The Human Life Is Ended And The Executed Person Is Deprived Of The Opportunity To Change, To Restore The Harm Done Or Compensate For It.
Revenge
Opportunity
Punishment
I Myself Feel, And Also Tell Other Buddhists That The Question Of Nirvana Will Come Later. There Is Not Much Hurry. If In Day To Day Life You Lead A Good Life, Honesty, With Love, With Compassion, With Less Selfishness, Then Automatically It Will Lead To Nirvana.
Buddhist
Good Life
Honesty
If Someone Has A Gun And Is Trying To Kill You, It Would Be Reasonable To Shoot Back With Your Own Gun.
Inspirational
Life
Motivational
Differences In Religious Beliefs, Politics, Social Status, And Position Are All Secondary. When We Look At Someone With Compassion, We Are Able To See Beyond These Secondary Differences And Connect To The Primary Essence That Binds All Humans Together As One.
Wisdom
Religious
Compassion
My Own View, Which Does Not Rely Solely On Religious Faith Or Even On An Original Idea, But Rather On Ordinary Common Sense, Is That Establishing Binding Ethical Principles Is Possible When We Take As Our Starting Point The Observation That We All Desire Happiness And Wish To Avoid Suffering.
Religious
Ethical Principles
Views
Cats, Dogs, And Some I Mean, Birds, Many Species Of Mammals, They Also Have The Sort Of Potential To Show Affection Firstly Because Of The Biological Factor.
Dog
Mean
Cat
Peace And The Survival Of Life On Earth As We Know It Are Threatened By Human Activities Which Lack A Commitment To Humanitarian Values. Destruction Of Nature And Nature's Resources Result From Ignorance, Greed And Lack Of Respect For The Earth's Living Things.
Ignorance
Commitment
Greed
Don't Ever Mistake My Silence For Ignorance, My Calmness For Acceptance Or My Kindness For Weakness. Compassion And Tolerance Are Not A Sign Of Weakness, But A Sign Of Strength.
Kindness
Mistake
Ignorance
Not Only Can I Not Recall My Experiences In My Previous Lives, Sometimes I Can't Even Remember What I Did Yesterday.
Yesterday
Remember
Sometimes
There Are Many Different Kinds Of Power. True Power Comes From Serving And Helping Others. Such Behavior Makes People Respect You. They Are Willing To Listen To Your Views And Advice, And They Support You. The Energy Of Many People Is Thus Channeled Through One Person. This Kind Of Power Is Positive And Authentic.
Helping Others
Power
Views
If Through Practice Of Insight You Develop A Sense Of Ease, Then Time Has No Relevance. If You're Miserable, Time Does Matter. It's So Unbearable, So Enormous You Want To Get Out Of It As Soon As Possible.
Practice
Unbearable
Doe
Generosity Is The Most Natural Outward Expression Of An Inner Attitude Of Compassion And Loving-kindness .
Attitude
Kindness
Compassion
When A Person Is In A Miserable Situation, Then, Yes, It Is Difficult To Develop Genuine Compassion Toward Others. That's Why I Find It Difficult To Say To Poor People, "please Have Compassion Toward Millionaires." That's Not Easy.
Compassion
People
Miserable
The Key Point Is Kindness. With Kindness One Will Have Inner Peace. Through Inner Peace, World Peace Can One Day Be A Reality.
Kindness
Reality
Keys
The Training Of The Mind Is An Art. If This Can Be Considered Art, One's Life Is Art.
Art
Training
Mind
The World Will Be Saved By The Western Woman.
Humility
Balance
World
It Is Our Enemies Who Provide Us With The Challenge We Need To Develop The Qualities Of Tolerance, Patience And Compassion.
Compassion
Challenges
Tolerance
On Occasions When U Feel Most Hopeless, U Must Take Powerful Effort. We Must Persist In Face Of Failure.
Motivational
Powerful
Effort
Awareness Of Death Is The Very Bedrock Of The Entire Path. Until You Have Developed This Awareness, All Other Practices Are Obstructed.
Practice
Liberty
Path
I Believe Compassion To Be One Of The Few Things We Can Practice That Will Bring Immediate And Long-term Happiness To Our Lives. I'm Not Talking About The Short-term Gratification Of Pleasures Like Sex, Drugs Or Gambling (though I'm Not Knocking Them), But Something That Will Bring True And Lasting Happiness. The Kind That Sticks.
Life
Happiness
Spiritual
If You Have Only Education And Knowledge And A Lack Of The Other Side, Then You May Not Be A Happy Person, But A Person Of Mental Unrest, Of Frustration. Not Only That, But If You Combine These Two, Your Whole Life Will Be A Constructive And Happy Life. And Certainly You Can Make Immense Benefit For Society And The Betterment Of Humanity. That Is One Of My Fundamental Beliefs: That A Good Heart, A Warm Heart, A Compassionate Heart, Is Still Teachable.
Inspirational
Heart
Happy Life
I Think Governments Can't Do Much.
Thinking
Government
A Sense Of Concern For Others Gives Our Lives Meaning; It Is The Root Of All Human Happiness
Love
Life
Family
Do Not Let The Behavior Of Others Destroy Your Inner Peace.
Peace
Yoga
Inspiration
Compassion Automatically Brings Happiness And Calmness. Then, Even If You Receive Disturbing News, It Will Be Easier To Take, As Your Mind Is Still.
Spiritual
Compassion
Mind
When Invitation Come, Then I Inquire Just To See New Place Or Seeing Just The One Sort Of Family, Then Not Much Interest.
Interest
Invitations
New Places
The Nature Of The Mind Is Such That If Certain Mental Qualities Are Developed On A Sound Basis, They Not Only Remain, But They Also Increase. In Fact, Once Properly Developed, The Mind's Good Qualities Eventually Increase Indefinitely. Therefore Spiritual Practice Brings Us Long-term Happiness And Inner Strength.
Spiritual
Practice
Long
Choose To Be Optimistic, It Feels Better.
Inspirational
Life
Motivational
I Hope That At This Moment You Are Thinking Of Yourself As A Human Being Rather Than As An American, Asian, European, African, Or Member Of Any Particular Country. These Loyalties Are Secondary.
Loyalty
Country
Thinking Of You
Man Surprised Me Most About Humanity.because He Sacrifices His Health In Order To Make Money. Then He Sacrifices Money To Recuperate His Health.and Then He Is So Anxious About The Future That He Does Not Enjoy The Present; The Result Being That He Does Not Live In The Present Or The Future; He Lives As If He Is Never Going To Die, And Then Dies Having Never Really Lived.
Spiritual
Hard Work
Sacrifice
It Is Important Not To Allow Ourselves To Be Put Off By The Magnitude Of Others' Suffering. The Misery Of Millions Is Not A Cause For Pity. Rather It Is A Cause For Compassion.
Compassion
Suffering
Important
The Many Factors Which Divide Us Are Actually Much More Superficial Than Those We Share. Despite All Of The Things That Differentiate Us - Race, Language, Religion, Gender, Wealth And So On - We Are All Equal Concerning Our Fundamental Humanity.
Buddhist
Equality
Race
I Don't Take Myself Too Seriously! That Makes Me Happy.
Make Me Happy
The Colors Of Light Are Infinite Through Refraction, Yet They All Come From The Same Source. Thus I Cannot Detach Myself From The Wickedest Soul, Nor Fail To Identify With The Most Virtuous.
Light
Color
Soul
If Scientific Analysis Were Conclusively To Demonstrate Certain Claims In Buddhism To Be False, Then We Must Accept The Findings Of Science And Abandon Those Claims.
Inspirational
Buddhism
Religion
Always Engage Yourself Positively With Situations.
Situation
Positively
The Earth Is Not Just Our Environment. The Earth Is Our Mother.
Mother
Earth
Environment
I Always Tell My Western Friends That It Is Best To Keep Your Own Tradition. Changing Religion Is Not Easy And Sometimes Causes Confusion. You Must Value Your Tradition And Honor Your Own Religion.
Spiritual
Confusion
Honor
Overcoming Negative Tendencies And Enhancing Positive Potential Are The Very Essence Of The Spiritual Path.
Spiritual
Essence
Overcoming
All Beings Want To Live In Peace And Happiness, Undisturbed. Therefore The Concept Of Human Rights Is Universal.
Rights
Want
Peace And Happiness
All I Can Do Is Engage With Complete Sincerity. Then Whatever Happens, There Is No Regret.
Inspirational
Motivational
Regret
Some People Say That The West Has A Cruel History. These People Also May See The Achievements Of Western Countries - In Terms Of The Economy, Education, Health, And Social Achievements - As A Result Of Exploitation Of Poorer Countries, Including Arab Countries. Western Nations Get Rich By Using Resources Such As Arab Oil. Meanwhile, The Countries Supplying Them Raw Materials Remain Poor. Due To Such Injustices, Jealousies Are Created.
Country
Using Resources
Oil
It Is Expressions Of Affection Rather Than Money And Power That Attract Real Friends.
Real
Expression
Affection
Friends, Genuine Friends, Have Much More To Do With Whether We Have A Warm Heart, Not Money Or Power.
Heart
Genuine Friends
Warm
The Various Features And Aspects Of Human Life, Such As Longevity, Good Health, Success, Happiness, And So Forth, Which We Consider Desirable, Are All Dependent On Kindness And A Good Heart.
Spiritual
Kindness
Heart
The Real Test Of Compassion Is Not What We Say In Abstract Discussions But How We Conduct Ourselves In Daily Life.
Real
Hero
Compassion
The Antidote To Hatred In The Heart, The Source Of Violence, Is Tolerance. Tolerance Is An Important Virtue Of Bodhisattvas [enlightened Heroes And Heroines] - It Enables You To Refrain From Reacting Angrily To The Harm Inflicted On You By Others. You Could Call This Practice "inner Disarmament," In That A Well-developed Tolerance Makes You Free From The Compulsion To Counterattack. For The Same Reason, We Also Call Tolerance The "best Armor," Since It Protects You From Being Conquered By Hatred Itself.
Hero
Heart
Practice
The Best Way Of Fulfilling Your Own Interest Is To Take Care Of Others.
Care
Way
Interest
Each Of Us Must Learn To Work Not Just For One Self, One's Own Family Or One's Nation, But For The Benefit Of All Humankind. Universal Responsibility Is The Key To Human Survival. It Is The Best Foundation For World Peace.
Responsibility
Keys
Self
Physically You Are A Human Being, But Mentally You Are Incomplete. Given That We Have This Physical Human Form, We Must Safeguard Our Mental Capacity For Judgment. For That, We Cannot Take Out Insurance; The Insurance Company Is Within: Self-discipline, Self-awareness, And A Clear Realization Of The Disadvantages Of Anger And The Positive Effects Of Kindness.
Kindness
Self
Discipline
"the True Essence Of Humankind Is Kindness. There Are Other Qualities Which Come From Education Or Knowledge, But It Is Essential, If One Wishes To Be A Genuine Human Being And Impart Satisfying Meaning To One's Existence, To Have A Good Heart."
Inspirational
Kindness
Heart
The Real Troublemakers Are Anger, Jealousy, Impatience, And Hatred. With Them, Problems Cannot Be Solved. Though We May Have Temporary Success, Ultimately Our Hatred Or Anger Will Create Futher Difficulties. Anger Makes For Swift Solutions. Yet, When We Face Problems With Compassion, Sincerity, And Good Motivation, Our Solutions May Take Longer, But Ultimately They Are Better.
Motivation
Real
Compassion
To Develop Genuine Devotion, You Must Know The Meaning Of Teachings. The Main Emphasis In Buddhism Is To Transform The Mind, And This Transformation Depends Upon Meditation. In Order To Meditate Correctly, You Must Have Knowledge.
Buddhist
Teaching
Buddhism
Where There Is A Mind, There Are Feelings Such As Pain, Pleasure, And Joy. No Sentient Being Wants Pain: All Wants Happiness Instead.
Pain
Joy
Feelings
Understanding Quotes: Their Essence and Application

Quotes, or quotations, are powerful tools in communication, encapsulating ideas, emotions, and wisdom in concise expressions. They serve various purposes across different contexts, from academic writing to everyday conversation.

1. Defining Quotes

A quote is a repetition of someone else's statement or thoughts. It can be a direct replication of words spoken or written by another individual, often used to support arguments, provide evidence, or convey profound insights.


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2.1. Enhancing Credibility

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Quotes can encapsulate emotions and perspectives succinctly. They allow writers to express complex feelings or viewpoints through the words of others, often more eloquently than paraphrasing.


3. Types of Quotes

3.1. Direct Quotes

Direct quotes involve copying the exact words from a source, enclosed in quotation marks. They are used when the original wording is significant or particularly well-expressed.


3.2. Indirect Quotes (Paraphrasing)

Indirect quotes restate the original message in your own words. While not enclosed in quotation marks, they still require proper attribution to the original source.


3.3. Block Quotes

Block quotes are lengthy direct quotations, formatted as a separate block of text. They are typically used for quotes exceeding a certain length, varying by citation style. For instance, in APA style, quotes longer than 40 words are formatted as block quotes.



4. Proper Usage of Quotes


4.1. Contextual Relevance

Ensure that the quote you choose is relevant to the topic and adds value to your content. Avoid inserting quotes solely for decorative purposes.


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Seamlessly integrate quotes into your writing. Introduce them appropriately and follow up with analysis or commentary to connect them to your main points.


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Always attribute quotes to their original authors and provide proper citations according to the required style guide (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).


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5.1. Overusing Quotes

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5.2. Lack of Analysis

Presenting a quote without analysis or explanation can leave readers questioning its relevance. Always follow up with your interpretation or discussion.


5.3. Misquoting or Taking Out of Context

Ensure that quotes are accurate and not taken out of context, as this can mislead readers and undermine your credibility.



6. Quotes in Different Contexts


6.1. Academic Writing

In academic writing, quotes are used to support arguments, provide evidence, and engage with existing literature. Proper citation is crucial to avoid plagiarism.


6.2. Journalism

Journalists use quotes to provide firsthand accounts, add authenticity, and present multiple perspectives within a story.


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Quotation Marks: Always enclose direct quotes within quotation marks.


Punctuation Placement: In American English, periods and commas are placed inside quotation marks, while colons and semicolons are placed outside.


Block Quotes: For longer quotes, format them as block quotes without quotation marks, and indent the entire block.



8. Ethical Considerations


Ethical use of quotes involves accurate representation, proper attribution, and respect for intellectual property. Misuse can lead to plagiarism, which carries serious academic and professional consequences.

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Conclusion


Quotes are invaluable in enriching content, providing evidence, and conveying complex ideas succinctly. When used appropriately, they enhance the quality and credibility of your writing. Always ensure relevance, proper integration, and ethical usage to maximize their impact.


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