Japanese Wisdom

 

Life is like walking along a long road 

shouldering a heavy load; 

there is no need to hurry. 

One who treats difficulties as 

the normal state of affairs 

will never be discontented.

Patience is the source of eternal peace;

Treat Anger as an enemy.

Harm will befall one who knows only success 

and has never experienced failure.

Blame yourself rather than others. 

It is better not to reach than to go too far.

- Tokugawa Ieyasu, 1604