"A hammer shatters glass but it also..." - Quote by Confucius
A hammer shatters glass but it also forges steel.
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“The master said, 'Quietly to store up knowledge in my mind, to learn without flagging, to teach without growing weary, these present me with no difficulties.'”
“Not to alter one's faults is to be faulty indeed.”
“First and foremost, be faithful to your superiors, keep all promises, refuse the friendship of all who are not like you; and if you have made a mistake, do not be afraid of admitting the fact and amending your ways.”
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“When a person feels encouraged, he can face the impossible and overcome incredible adversity.”
“Every calamity is a spur and a valuable hint.”
“Without goodness a man cannot endure adversity for long, nor can he enjoy prosperity for long. The good man is naturally at ease with goodness. The wise man cultivates goodness for its advantage.”