Mental Fitness Magazine Volume 2 | Page 8

(WISDOMS ( HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA’S wisdoms for a happier life F for inspiration and guidance in life based on Buddhism’s ancient wisdoms. More recently, he has been attracting even more attention because his wisdom is in harmony with leading-edge scientific research in the fields of psychology and neuroscience. The Dalai Lama’s words and insights point in the direction of healthy neuro-pathways, a more positive approach to life and inner peace. So read on! HH The Dalai Lama: Self-confidence is very important. How do we achieve it? First we must bear in mind that we are equal to all human beings and that we have the same capabilities. If we remain pessimistic, thinking that we cannot succeed, then we aren’t able to evolve. The thought that we cannot compete with others is the first step toward failure. So competition engaged in correctly, truthfully, without harming others, using our own legal rights, is the correct way to progress.