Sincerity becomes apparent. From being apparent, it becomes manifest. From being manifest, it becomes brilliant. Brilliant, it affects others. Affecting others, they are changed by it. Changed by it, they are transformed. It is only he who is possessed of the most complete sincerity that can exist under heaven, who can transform.

In your promises cleave to what is right, And you will be able to fulfill your word.

Keep it simple and focus on what matters. Don't let yourself be overwhelmed.

Whatever heaven ordains is best.

Don't do unto others what you don't want others to do unto you.

If I were travelling with two partners, one virtuous and one dishonest, both would be useful as teachers. I would perceive what's good of the first one and I would imitate him whereas I would try to correct in me the defects I may see in the second one.

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.