Summary:
The book explores the concept of happiness and how to achieve it through understanding the mind and emotions, blending Tibetan Buddhist spiritual teachings with practical advice. It provides insights on overcoming everyday obstacles to peace and joy through conversations and stories that illustrate the Dalai Lama's wisdom on fostering compassion and serenity in one's life.
Key points:
1. Life's Purpose: The Dalai Lama believes life's purpose is to find deep, internal happiness.
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