Our struggles with the many hardships that arise in the course of our Buddhist practice are part of a grand drama, a towering epic, that we are performing on the stage of this brief lifetime to achieve magnificent and everlasting victories in our lives and in kosen-rufu.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 52

Daisaku Ikeda

Those who can smile are strong. Those who lead good, positive lives are always bright and upbeat.
>From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 141

Daisaku Ikeda

I’d like you to work hard to become the kind of leaders whom others regard as a source of reassurance, clarity, peace of mind, and courage—people who inspire confidence and hope. Never issue commands or orders from on high. Be kind and considerate leaders who warmly impart a sense of security to everyone. Be strict with yourselves and generous toward others. That’s the hallmark of people with strong faith.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 181

Daisaku Ikeda