There are some among the so-called elite who are overbearing and arrogant. I want to foster leaders, not elitists.

But I believe we must not allow feelings of defeat to take root in our hearts.

One thing is certain: The power of belief, the power of thought, will move reality in the direction of what we believe and conceive of it. If you really believe you can do something, you can. This is a fact. When you clearly envision a victorious outcome, engrave it in your heart and are firmly convinced that you will attain it, your brain makes every effort to realize the mental image you have created. And then, through your unceasing efforts, that victory is finally made a reality.

Nothing is more precious than peace. Peace is the most basic starting point for the advancement of humankind.

A truly beautiful person is one who is good at discovering beauty.

What is defeat in life? It is not merely making a mistake; defeat means giving up on yourself in the midst of difficulty. What is true success in life? True success means winning in your battle with yourself. Those who persist in the pursuit of their dreams, no matter what the hurdles, are winners in life, for they have won over their weaknesses.

Human beings are inherently endowed with the power to bring out the best possible results from the worst possible circumstances.