We all want to become the best version of ourselves, to be happy, to help others, to make a difference; we all want to "shine" in some way. Throughout our lives we cultivate dreams and aspirations, nurture hopes, make decisions. Along the way, we may come across just at the right time a profound thought or "wisdom pill" that helps us persevere through difficult times. Such a motto or phrase can determine the course of our existence.
In this book we have collected 201 quotes that we hope will become words to treasure and draw inspiration from. About half of the quotes are from Daisaku Ikeda's writings and lectures, while the others are words from writers, philosophers, activists, artists, scientists, Nobel laureates and poets from almost every continent and era, which Ikeda has shared with his readers and interlocutors over the years.
"The life of a human being is a succession of changes. What seemed stable and unchanging until yesterday can suddenly change today, for the better or for the worse. Conveying us strength in this sea of change are guidelines that illuminate the correct path to take, words of encouragement that revitalize us, especially in the midst of difficulties."
Daisaku Ikeda
