“There’s only one way to know if people are good or evil: look at the choices they make. We each contain precious and worthless, great and small. Never injure the great for the sake of the small, or the precious for the sake of the worthless. Small people nurture what is small in them; great people nurture what is great in them.”
Mencius is a comprehensive collection of the teachings and dialogues of Mencius, a key figure in the development of Confucian thought. The book delves into themes of human nature, moral cultivation, and the role of the ruler in a harmonious society. It is considered a cornerstone of classical Chinese literature and philosophy. more
“Do not allow the opinions of others deter you. Be yourself and have faith in your abilities.”
“People only keep their eyes open out of habit. And, nothing more.”
“... there are certain questions that must never be asked. Of anyone. Even oneself.”
“You have divine grace to forgive.”
“Our choices reflect the kind of person we are!”
“Whenever it comes to decision making, Remember the part about having confidence.”
“There is an opportunity cost in every action.”