To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is. - Thích Nhất Hạnh

Life waits patiently for true heroes. It is dangerous when those aspiring to be heroes cannot wait until they find themselves.

Nonviolent action, born of the awareness of suffering and nurtured by love, is the most effective way to confront adversity.

I know of families where children go into a room like that after breakfast, sit down and breathe ten times, in-out-one, in-out-two, in-out-three, ten times, and then they go to school. This is a very beautiful practice. If your child doesn't wish to breathe ten times, how about three times? Beginning the day with being a Buddha is a very nice way to start the day.