Universal Values

Secular ethics, based on universal values such as warm-heartedness, is the key to happiness.

Helping others, if possible, but at least not harming them is the way to live an ethical life.

Inner peace comes from a realistic attitude, honesty, compassion and altruism.

World peace begins with finding inner peace through warm-hearted relations with others.

Genuine happiness and satisfaction come from within, from compassion and human affection.

Nurturing the basic human values, assisted with the use of intelligence, is the way to lead a meaningful life.

Friendship comes from sincere concern for the happiness of others.

The universal values of kindness and honesty transcend any religious differences.

Universal ethics are values that can be accepted by everyone on earth, and which lead to peace, harmony and happiness.

To be a good human being, we need to adopt ethical values. The foundation of this is being honest with ourselves and others.

A good heart – based on the ethics of love and compassion – is the key to achieving a happy life.

Universal ethics is capable of solving all of the world’s problems, on both a global and individual level.

The essence of ethics is peace and non-violence. If applied, we not only benefit ourselves, but society as a whole.

The ancient Indian teachings on the mind, emotions, cognition, and logic can be of great benefit to the modern world.

A short overview of Emory University’s program for training in universal values.

A clear outline of the structure and key concepts of Emory University’s Social, Emotional and Ethical Learning program.

How to develop a thorough understanding of our mind, emotions and feelings.

How to relate to our friends, family and colleagues to create a harmonious life.

How to engage with the world to contribute to beneficial global change.

Message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama on the occasion of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP26).

The coronavirus pandemic provides us with a unique opportunity to work together, using our compassion, intelligence and courage to win this battle and rebuild our global community.

This planet that we call home is in crisis: pollution and rising water levels affect us all. Only through cooperation can we face this challenge.

Message of His Holiness the Dalai Lama requested by “The Call to Unite”

On this day of Vesak, commemorating the Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and passing away, we remember his universal message of compassion, non-violence and interdependence – more relevant than ever in these challenging times.