Thich Nhat Hanh

Your suffering and my suffering are the basic condition for us to enter the Buddha's heart, and for the Buddha to enter our hearts. ("The Heart of Buddha's Teaching," p. 3)

Even while you have pain in your heart, you can enjoy the many wonders of life - the beautifull sunset, the smile of a child, the many flowers and trees. (p. 4)

Without suffering, you cannot grow. Without suffering, you cannot get the peace and joy you deserve. (p. 5)