Staying positive is not always easy but there are things that can be done to achieve happiness. You have to surround yourself by people you love, take time for yourself and constantly work to be a better version of the person you were yesterday. Positive thinking is a huge factor in generating daily happiness and lucky for you, I have found 10 Dalai Lama quotes that will maintain positivity if you read this list whenever you are feeling down or uncertain in life. If you change your thinking and outlook on life, there is nothing between you and genuine happiness. Happiness must be found within! Enjoy and comment your favorite quote below!

1. Nothing is permanent.

2. Smile if you want a smile from another face.

3. Love and compassion are the pillars of world peace.

4. Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to achieve it.

5. Once a year ago, go someplace you've never been before.

6. You have to start giving first and expect absolutely nothing.

7. Remember that sometimes getting what you want is a wonderful stroke of luck.

8. Kindness is the key to peace and harmony in family life.

9. Spend time alone every day.

10. The purpose of our lives is to be happy.

There you have it! 10 of my favorite and personally most-inspiring quotes. They may seem simple and obvious, but you have no idea the improvement these thoughts can make on your life! Stay positive and happy, y'all.