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Japanese Proverb

By Simran Khurana, About.com

If you are looking for inspiration to work hard, read a Japanese proverb. You can rest assured that you will find the right mix of motivation, wisdom, and logic in a Japanese proverb. Here are some interesting ones that you may enjoy.

Overcoming Adversity: Japanese Proverb
Adversity is the foundation of virtue.

Teacher: Japanese Proverb
Better than a thousand days of diligent study is one day with a great teacher.

Overcoming Failure: Japanese Proverb
Fall seven times, stand up eight.

Kindness: Japanese Proverb
One kind word can warm three winter months.

Integrity: Japanese Proverb
The reputation of a thousand years may be determined by the conduct of one hour.

Creativity: Japanese Proverb
There is nothing that cannot be achieved by firm imagination.

Joy: Japanese Proverb
Time spent laughing is time spent with the gods.

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