“Avoid things that will require an apology. This means if you want to do something that you know you’ll have to apologize for, you should probably just not do it!”

You reap what you sow.

A tree begins with a seed.

The mouth should have three gatekeepers. Is it true? Is it kind? And is it necessary?

Think of the going out before you enter.

Be wary around your enemy once, and your friend a thousand times. A double crossing friend knows more about what harms you.

You are striking cold iron. This means you’re trying to change something that you can’t.

With care do you realize your opportunities.

Actions speak louder than words.

Close the door that brings in the wind and relax. This means that sometimes, rather than taking a beating, you should just shut off the source of the noise, distraction, problem – that is, if you can – and take a break.

Eat less to sleep more.

A tree begins with a seed.

Lying is a disease, and truth is a cure.

Anger begins with madness, but ends in regret.

Silence is the sign of approval.

Every sun has to set.

Unity is power.