Allan Lokos, Pocket Peace: Effective Practices for Enlightened Living

"One doesn't have to be religious to lead a moral life or attain wisdom."

"Patience is the direct antithesis of anger."

"When we are aware of our weaknesses or negative tendencies, we open the opportunity to work on them."

"The practice of lovingkindness can uplift us & relieve sorrow & unhappiness."

"The erruption of feelings & emotions that follows a near-death exerience, or any event that causes us to stop & look deeply at the reality of our lives, is ripe with the potential for insight & clarity."

"Accepting the reality of change gives rise to equanimity."

"Don't believe everything you think. Thoughts are just that - thoughts."

"Being a senior doesn't automatically make one wise but the wise & foolish alike have things to teach us."

"Suffering usually relates to wanting things to be different from the way they are."

"We train the mind so that we can enjoy greater peace, happiness, wisdom & equanimity."

"Do not speak about anyone who is not physically present."