When you meet others, connect with kindness, not resentment, and you will enjoy relationships of harmony and a life of joy. Master Sheng Yen

Clearly see that everything in the world is impermanent, and you can realize the inner world of true peace. - Master Sheng Yen

It is a great blessing to care for other people when they suffer; it is great wisdom to delight in helping others deal with their own problems. - Master Sheng Yen

Just as you would not ask others to wear your own shoes, don't make someone else's problems your own. - Master Sheng Yen

Reduce others’ vexations with compassion: reduce your own with wisdom. - Master Sheng Yen

An intelligent person is not necessarily wise; a dull-witted person not necessarily foolish. Wisdom is not the same as knowledge; the difference lies in your attitude in dealing with people. - Master Sheng Yen

Be polite and friendly when dealing with others, and you will pass all of your days in peace and tranquility. - Master Sheng Yen

One with wisdom and restraint will never engage in frivolous chatter. - Master Sheng Yen

The meaning of life lies in continuous learning and giving of oneself; help others to succeed and you will grow. - Master Sheng Yen

If you want to bring peace to others, be in harmony with them. If you wish to sway others, be accommodating. To establish harmony is to unite people, as the soft can conquer the hard. Master Sheng Yen

The obstinate afflict others and do themselves no good; the tolerant accord with others and bring peace to themselves. Master Sheng Yen

In dealing with those under you: show concern rather than reproach; give encouragement rather than direction; discuss rather than command. - Master Sheng Yen

Concern yourself with the happiness of others; downplay your own achievements. - Master Sheng Yen

Self confidence is recognizing your strong points; growth is knowing your weaknesses; respect is understanding another's position. - Master Sheng Yen

Gossip less and you will have fewer disputes; be more truthful and sincere and you will have more peace and calm. - Master Sheng Yen

Offer friendship and a helping hand to others, and so be a beacon of harmony, happiness, peace and calm. - Master Sheng Yen

Say "Blessings to you" when you meet another. This spreads good will and brings peace and calm. - Master Sheng Yen

Unable to let go of attachment to self? No wisdom. Unable to let go of attachment to others? No compassion. - Master Sheng Yen

Set others before you to complete yourself, respect others to put an end to enmity, praise others to encourage harmony. - Master Sheng Yen

When you work with others, consider their needs. When you make a mistake, reflect upon your own conduct. - Master Sheng Yen

If you let other people misunderstand you, it's nobody's fault but your own. - Master Sheng Yen

Have the breadth of mind to serve as the stepping stone for another; be the kind of person that truly helps others to be successful. - Master Sheng Yen

Demand right-minded conduct of yourself, do not use it as an excuse to harshly criticize others. - Master Sheng Yen

Have the breadth of mind to serve as the stepping stone for another; be the kind of person that truly helps others to be successful. - Master Sheng Yen

Demand right-minded conduct of yourself, do not use it as an excuse to harshly criticize others. - Master Sheng Yen