Beethoven vowed to "grasp the throat of life."
Mencius' famous saying: "Be born in sorrow, and die in peace and happiness."
If the sky is healthy, a gentleman will strive to strengthen himself; if the terrain is weak, a gentleman will be virtuous. ——"Book of Changes"
No one can belittle us except ourselves. If we are strong, no bad influence can defeat us. ——American educator Washington
Without sowing, there is no harvest; without hard work, there is no success; without suffering, there is no glory; without setbacks, there is no glory. ——British Admiral Payne
Strong-willed optimists think about problems with the "nothing is impossible" outlook on life. The more they are hit by tragedy, the stronger they become. ——The ancient Roman philosopher Seneca
Only when you have to endure hardships can you become a master.
Uncut jade cannot be used.
Sail against the current, if you don’t advance, you will retreat