Our grand business is not to see what lies dimly at a distance, but to do what lies clearly at hand. Thomas Carlyle.
The success of very important matters often depends on doing or not doing something that seems trivial. Even in little things, therefore, you must be cautious and thoughtful. Francesco Guicciardini.
Every action we take, everything we do, is either a victory or defeat in the struggle to become what we want to be. Anne Byrhhe.
The secret of success is before attempting anything, be very clear about why you are doing it.” If you don’t know your objective or the purpose behind your action, how can you possibly know if your actions are right?
The things you think about determine the quality of your mind. Your soul takes on the color of your thoughts. Marcus Aurelius.
We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts, we make the world. Buddha.
A conscience free from guilt leads to tranquility of the mind, and only a tranquil mind can see things as they truly are.
Be careful of your thoughts; they are the beginning of your acts.
It is not what we eat but what we digest that makes us strong; not what we gain but what we save that makes us rich; not what we read but what we remember that makes us learned; and not what we profess but what we practice that gives us integrity.
When you react, you let other control you. When you respond, you are in control.
Truth is universal. Perception of truth varies.
A true friend is someone you can count on no matter what.
Warriors do not lower themselves to the standards of other people; they live independently according to their own standards and code of honor.
Think for yourself at all times.
Protecting yourself is self-defense. Protecting others is warriorship.
During times of persistent hardship is when the warrior learns the most about his fortitude.
Don’t seek to be respected by everyone, rather seek to be worthy of being respected by everyone.
Face your fears and you will be able to conquer them.
All respect is earned, even self-respect.
Self-discipline is the cornerstone of any endeavor.