Confucius

“When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.”

“The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.”

“Is it not pleasant to learn with a constant perseverance and application?”

“Is it not delightful to have friends coming from distant quarters?”

“Is he not a man of complete virtue, who feels no discomposure though men may take no note of him?”

“The superior man bends his attention to what is radical.”

“That being established, all practical courses naturally grow up.”

“Filial piety and fraternal submission — are they not the root of all benevolent actions?”

“Fine words and an insinuating appearance are seldom associated with true virtue.”

“I daily examine myself on three points: whether, in transacting business for others, I have been faithful.”

“Whether, in intercourse with friends, I have been sincere.”

“Whether I have mastered and practiced the instructions of my teacher.”

“To rule a country of a thousand chariots, there must be reverent attention to business and sincerity.”

“Economy in expenditure, and love for men.”

“And the employment of the people at the proper seasons.”

“A youth, when at home, should be filial; when abroad, respectful.”

“He should be earnest and truthful.”

“He should overflow in love to all, and cultivate the friendship of the good.”

“It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop.”