When you recognize that you lack wisdom, your wisdom has already increased imperceptibly. - Master Sheng Yen

Emphasize the cultivation of virtuous karmic causes; do not simply expect delightful karmic effects. - Master Sheng Yen

Self-affirmation, self-transformation, and self-dissolution are the three stages in the path from “self” to “no-self.” - Master Sheng Yen

Mind engaged - things to do. Mind let go - nothing to do. - Master Sheng Yen

When angry, learn to contemplate and illuminate the mind. Consider your thoughts and ask yourself, “Why do I want to feel angry?" - Master Sheng Yen

With a peaceful mind and physical harmony you will live in happiness. - Master Sheng Yen

Vexation is bodhi, but that doesn't mean there is no vexation. Vexations exist, but don't see them as vexations. - Master Sheng Yen

Wisdom is not merely understanding the sutras; it includes the skillful means to transform vexations. - Master Sheng Yen

Transform your mind and transform your destiny. - Master Sheng Yen

The arising and perishing of phenomena is the way of the world. The wise thoroughly penetrate this arising and perishing. - Master Sheng Yen

A closed and clouded mind is suffering. An open and clear mind can transform suffering into happiness. - Master Sheng Yen

An encumbered mind sees a world out of balance. An undisturbed mind sees a world of beauty. - Master Sheng Yen

When vexations descend upon you, it is best to enjoy the sensation of breathing. - Master Sheng Yen

When your mind is tied into a knot, it is best to reflect deeply into the place where mind arises and thoughts move. - Master Sheng Yen

Breathing is wealth - as long as you are alive there is hope. - Master Sheng Yen

A healthy body and mind constitute life's greatest treasure. - Master Sheng Yen

To wholly experience life is to practice Chan. - Master Sheng Yen

When vexations arise, do not contend with them, but extinguish them with a mind of humility, repentance, and gratitude. - Master Sheng Yen

A practitioner should be honest and sincere, and harbor no evil thoughts. This is the meaning of “a straightforward mind is the ground of the Way. - Master Sheng Yen

North, south, east, west - all directions are fine. Walking, resting, sitting, sleeping - these are not separate from the Way. Always maintain a mind of humility. Repentance and repayment of kindness are qualities that will keep you walking on the Way. - Master Sheng Yen

Compassion is judicious affection. Wisdom is flexible intelligence. - Master Sheng Yen

Buddha in mind, speech, and daily life. - Master Sheng Yen

Retreat to advance; be silent to debate. These are the best methods to foster self development and to help others. - Master Sheng Yen

When the mind is undisturbed by circumstances, that is the result of meditative concentration. When the mind is not separate from circumstances, that is the function of wisdom. - Master Sheng Yen

Keeping your emotions steady is the foundation of unobstructed success. - Master Sheng Yen