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The Dalai Lama's Ultimate Guide to Happiness

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This Guide to Happiness is Approved by the Dalai Lama

You don't need to be a Buddhist to appreciate the Dalai Lama as a wise, kind and cheerful man. He has given inspiration to many in their quest for inner peace and kindness between human beings.

20 Words of Enlightenment From Inspiring Spiritual Leaders

These Words from the Dalai Lama Will Open Your Mind

The Dalai Lama is a title granted to the foremost spiritual leader of the “Yellow Hat” Tibetan Buddhism, the newest school of Buddhism. This title has been granted by the Tibetan people to 14 enlightened souls to date.

20 Personal Problems the Dalai Lama Solved for Me

What Would the Dalai Lama Say About Our Problems?

When I was struggling with negative, sad thoughts and was feeling lonely and worthless, I fortunately turned to the words of the Dalai Lama. I had 20 questions, complaints and negative thoughts, and he had 20 perfect, deep and uplifting responses. I hope his words can help you on your journey too.

Let These Words Remind You How Precious Life Truly Is

The XIVth Dalai Lama. The presentation is accompanied by music - We recommend you turn on your speakers.

These Quotes Will Give You a New Perspective on Life

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This Monastery and Its Surroundings Are Very Special...

The monastery has the distinction of being the oldest and the biggest in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh and a religious training centre for Lamas. It is home to around 300 lamas who receive their religious education here.

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The Dalai Lama was hired by the CIA The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people and is meant to embody the core beliefs of Buddhism.

These Majestic Palaces are a Sight to Behold

Feast Your Eyes on 10 of the World's Most Amazing Palaces

The construction of the present palace began in 1645, during the reign of the fifth Dalai Lama. The palace is marked by two clear sections, the white palace which was completed in 1648, and the red palace which was added between 1690 and 1694.

The Most Poignant Quotes Can Also Be the Funniest...

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10 Quotes To Help You Identify and Avoid Toxic Behavior

Banish Toxic People From Your Life By Chanting These Words

.” — Dalai Lama The 14th Dalai Lama is known for these words addressing the innate difficulty that arises when toxic people are allowed into our lives. “Let go of negative people... They only show up to share complaints, problems, disastrous stories, fear, and judgment on others.”

Ten Most Impressive Castles in the Far East

For centuries, it served as the primary residence of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual and political leader of Tibet.

Some of History’s MOST Memorable Moments Shown in Pictures

17 Jaw-Dropping Photos of Notable Historical Events

The 2-year-old Dalai Lama (1937) 3. A shoebill housed in a zoo keeper's apartment in Berlin in 1945. Related article: Ordinary Life of Centuries Past - 13 Vintage Photos 4. A camouflaged road in Finland during World War II. Trees were hung over the road to conceal it from above (1941). 5.

Smile Please! – Quotes That'll Make Your Day Much Easier

We Guarantee You’ll Love Our Favorite Quotes About Smiling

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8 Charming Books That Are Guaranteed to Leave You Smiling

Add Extra Sunshine to Your Life With These Feel-Good Books

The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World Author: Dalai Lama XIV and Desmond Tutu What’s it about?

15 Little Known Wonders of the World You Need to Visit

Source: alistaircameron.com Tibet’s Potala Palace This imposing looking fortress, with sloping walls, staircases, and flat roofs, was the home of the Dalai Lama, from 1645 until the 1959 Tibetan Uprising. This palace, which is now a museum, has two sub-palaces.

Man-Made Structures that Left Me Amazed!

The Potala Palace was the chief residence of the Dalai Lama until the 14th Dalai Lama fled to Dharamsala, India, during the 1959 Tibetan uprising. Leshan Giant Buddha, China The Leshan Giant Buddha was built during the Tang Dynasty (618–907AD).

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22 Small Things You Can Do Every Day to Feel Happy

Boost Your Happiness in These 22 Small, Easy Ways

For more tips on happiness, find out what the Dalai Lama has to say . 1. Mondays do not need to be bad: Many of us hold the notion that Mondays are bad and Fridays are good. But, with the average life-span being 4000 weeks, a seventh of your life is lived on a Monday.

9 Recommended Places to Visit in Northern India

Travel Guide: 9 Terrific Places to Visit in Northern India

Dharamshala (Dharamshala) Although the official seat of the Tibetan people is in Tibet, this is the residence of the Dalai Lama and the large Tibetan government led by him, which sees itself as responsible and decision-making over Tibetan affairs.

The Map of the World Looked Very Different 100 Years Ago

Tibet Tibet is associated with peaceful Buddhist monks and its spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. This region, northwest of India, has been fought over for centuries. But from 1912 to 1951, Tibet was its own independent country before it was made part of China.

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These Animals Know the Secret To Happiness

Can You Look At These Animals Without Grinning?

Dalai Lama XIV "There is no happiness like that of being loved by your fellow creatures, and feeling that your presence is an addition to their comfort." Charlotte Brontë "Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting some on yourself."

These Unforgettable Historical Photos Will Stay With You

30 Vintage Pics That Are Worth More Than a Million Words

The Dalai Lama (age 4) was enthroned as the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, on February 22, 1940. Image credit: Historic Photographs 9. Sailors watch as the USS Shaw explodes at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Hawaii, during the Japanese attack. Image credit: Historic Photographs 10.

A Town in Tibetan China, Filled with Only Monks

You Couldn’t Dream Up a Place Like Sêrtar, China

This institution started in 1980 as a small ecumenical training center by a lama called Khenpo Jigme Phuntsok. It takes monks anywhere from 6 to 13 years to complete their training. Sêrtar is 4000m (13,123 ft) above sea level and the climate of the area is harsh.