Speak the truth, do not yield to anger; give, if thou art asked for little; by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.

Earnest in practicing the ordinary virtues, and careful in speaking about them, if, in his practice, he has anything defective, the superior man dares not but exert himself; and if, in his words, he has any excess, he dares not allow himself such license.

When you see a good person, think of becoming like her/him. When you see someone not so good, reflect on your own weak points.

Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.

The superior man is distressed by the limitations of his ability; he is not distressed by the fact that men do not recognize the ability that he has.

Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sure to be failure.