"思いやりと寛容は弱さの兆しではなく強さの兆しです"
— Dalai Lama
Simplified Meaning:
Being kind and understanding towards others does not mean you are weak. In fact, it shows you are strong because it takes courage to be gentle and patient, especially in difficult situations. Think about a time when someone hurt you or made you angry. Instead of yelling back, imagine you stayed calm and tried to understand why they acted that way. This calm and understanding reaction shows you are in control of your emotions. For example, Martin Luther King Jr. was a person who stood up for equal rights without using violence. Despite facing many challenges and angry people, he stayed peaceful and patient. This non-violent approach showed his inner strength and inspired many others. In everyday life, you can use this idea by trying to empathize with others, even when they are difficult to deal with. When someone is rude or unfair, instead of getting angry, try to understand their situation and respond kindly. This makes you stronger because you are choosing to act with integrity and compassion, rather than allowing anger to control you.