Tibetan Journey
A source page for quotes linked to Alexandra David-Neel.
“The unsuspected is the daily fare of the traveler in Thibet.”
“The wise expect nothing, hope for nothing, thus avoiding all disappointment and anxiety.”
“One must be very strong, or very stupid, or completely exhausted to face life with indifference.”
“There is nothing truly serious in life. All words sound hollow when one listens to them carefully.”
“Work cannot convey the almost voluptuous sweetness of the feelings experienced ... in solitude.”
“Guard against idols -- yes, guard against all idols, of which surely the greatest is oneself.”