Once you start a working on something, don't be afraid of failure and don't abandon it. People who work sincerely are the happiest.
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If one has a good disposition, what other virtue is needed? If a man has fame, what is the value of other ornamentation?
Interpretation
What this quote means
A positive disposition and reputation are more valuable than superficial qualities.
This quote by Chanakya emphasizes the importance of inner qualities such as a good disposition and fame over external decorations or superficial virtues. It suggests that a person who is genuinely kind and has a good character does not require additional virtues to prove their worth, while fame alone can overshadow the need for other adornments, indicating that authenticity and reputation hold greater significance than superficial attributes.
Themes
DispositionVirtueFameCharacterAuthenticity
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a motivational speech to encourage self-reflection about inner qualities.
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