Ask yourself constantly, "What is the right thing to do?" Behave toward everyone as if receiving a great guest.
ConfuciusThe injury of prodigality leads to this, that he who will not economize will have to agonize.
ConfuciusIf I cannot get men who steer a middle course to associate with, I would far rather have the impetuous and hasty. For the impetuous at any rate assert themselves.
ConfuciusGuide the people by law, subdue them by punishment; they may shun crime, but will be void of shame. Guide them by example, subdue them by courtesy; they will learn shame, and come to be good.
ConfuciusBe sincere and true to your word, serious and careful in your actions; and you will get along even among barbarians, But if you are not sincere and untrustworthy in your speech, frivolous and careless in your actions, how will you get along even among your own neighbors? When stand, see these principles in front of you; in your carriage see them on the yoke. Then you may be sure to get along.
Confucius