Philosophy must never be divorced from action. Unless it is put into practice, philosophy is nothing more than an intellectual game.

- Josei Toda

Do not be angry with people who are weak. That is the mark of a coward. There are plenty of things to be angry about in the world--people wielding po…

- Josei Toda

You can either tell yourself, 'It's too hard, I don't think I'll be able to do it,' or 'Yes, I can do this. Let me at it!' Only a fine line separates…

- Josei Toda

Live your life in your own unique way and be true to yourself

- Josei Toda

When we are upset, it’s easy to blame others. However, the true cause of our feelings is within us. For example, imagine yourself as a glass of water…

- Josei Toda

It is imperative to base your life on yourself, to take responsibility for your own happiness.

- Josei Toda

Enlightenment, or true happiness, is not a transcendental state. It is a condition of broad wisdom, boundless energy, and good fortune wherein we eac…

- Josei Toda

We don't love others when we find them beautiful, we find others beautiful when we love them.

- Josei Toda

True greatness means that, even if you forget what you've done for others, you never forget what others have done for you. It means always doing your…

- Josei Toda