Daily Encouragement

A selection of quotes from Daisaku Ikeda’s published works on inspiration for daily living.

December 21

Opening a process of dialogue is the first step toward dispelling the dark clouds of suspicion that are the consistent backdrop to war and conflict. In the interest of global peace, it is vital to avoid isolating any nation or people.

From an essay, “Moving beyond the use of military force,” in Embracing the Future, published by The Japan Times.