Daisaku Ikeda

Through faith in the Mystic Law, we can develop the ability to change all that is negative in our lives into something positive. We can transform all problems into happiness, sufferings into joy, anxiety into hope, and worry into peace of mind. We will always be able to find a way forward.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1, revised edition, p. 3-4

Daisaku Ikeda

Everyone has a mission. We were born because we have a mission. That’s why we must live our lives and persevere through all. The Japanese word for mission means to “use one’s life.” For what purpose do we use our lives? For what purpose have we been born in this world, sent forth from the universe?
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 2, revised edition, p. 335

Daisaku Ikeda

We mustn’t avoid those who don’t seem to listen to us or who think differently from us. Part of our practice is learning to work harmoniously with such individuals and gain their understanding and support. This is how our movement as a whole advances and how we grow as individuals. We must strive to be able to engage with anyone without trepidation.
From The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 3, revised edition, p. 120