“ The Shambhala Principle invites the reader to join me in this contemplation. “Never before has there been a time when reflection on human nature is so important,” he writes. In this way, dialogue becomes the method of creating society through exchange, opening new pathways for exploration and development.” “I do this,” he says, “in order to initiate a dialogue about how basic goodness can be applied to society as a whole. In speaking about The Shambhala Principle, the Sakyong says that it is an “invitation to a global conversation.” What is the nature of humans and our society? In this light, human nature is the most important global issue. How we move forward cannot depend on one spiritual tradition, economy, or political system, but rather should depend on who we feel we are, both personally and socially. We don’t have the time or energy to contemplate personal or social principles, and we may feel helpless in terms of shifting the future. At this time, many of us feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day. Our ecosystem is in a precarious and fragile state, and our future depends on our actions as a species. Even climatically, the balance is shifting to dramatically change the face of the earth. We humans have come to a crossroads in our history: we can either destroy the world or create a good future. Translations of the book into a range of world languages are underway. The Shambhala Principle, Discovering Humanity’s Hidden Treasure, the most recent book by Shambhala lineage holder Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, is published in English by Harmony Books, is in bookstores and can be ordered online. He is the author of the bestselling titles Running with the Mind of Meditation, Ruling Your World, and Turning the Mind into an Ally. In addition, he extends his vision to a number of humanitarian projects in Asia and the West. With a unique blend of Eastern and Western perspectives, he teaches this way of social transformation throughout the world. SAKYONG MIPHAM is the head of the Shambhala lineage, which is grounded in the power of creating enlightened society in everyday life.