
He has written many books, and most of his keynote speeches have been published. One of the most important lessons, he says, is to learn from your failures.

The Dalai Lama urges negotiation rather than fighting, and that technology has to be our servant, not our master. He also says that friends should be valued, or you will become lonely. He urges everyone to be kind, compassionate, and to do no harm to others. His philosophy is a simple one, based on the individual’s search for happiness and inner peace. In recent years, he has also become interested in the threats faced by the environment and advocates that humanity needs to live alongside nature. At every opportunity, he promotes the benefits of the Buddhist approach to life, advocating compassion and the application of wisdom to the world’s problems. The Dalai Lama frequently meets both political and religious leaders from around the world as well as other influential individuals. Over the years, he has spoken at many hundreds of events, including conferences and lectures. However, he continues as the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists and has devoted his life as a force for good in the world.

“We can live without religion and meditation, but we cannot survive without human affection.” ― Dalai LamaĪs a result of the Chinese invasion of Tibet in 1950, the Dalai Lama now lives in exile in India.
