India, March 3 -- How do you look at your journey with Buddhism?

I have spent 55 years in the Himalayas, between Darjeeling, Bhutan and Nepal. I feel unbelievably fortunate to have met accomplished Buddhist masters like Kangyur Rinpoche, Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, and the Dalai Lama - people full of wisdom and compassion, completely available for others and dedicated to their welfare. That is so rare in this world. Working as an interpreter for the Dalai Lama in France, for example, was so refreshing spiritually. He is the same with the lady cleaning the corridors in a hotel and with the head of state. He connects deeply with every human being. I found that very inspiring.

I am based in Nepal. I was away for five years in France to take c...