Chinese - Philosopher | 551 BC - 479 BC
By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.
Confucius
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When anger rises, think of the consequences.
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When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.
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Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.
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What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others.
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It is easy to hate and it is difficult to love. This is how the whole scheme of things works. All good things are difficult to achieve; and bad things are very easy to get.
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Heaven means to be one with God.
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I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.
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The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large.
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Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without.
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A gentleman would be ashamed should his deeds not match his words.
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Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.
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