Matthew Davies Looks at Quotes by Confucius That Will Change Your Life Forever

Introduction

Confucius is probably one of the most recognized philosophers of Asian philosophy and paved the path for China in numerous ways until the beginning of the 20th century. According to Matthew Davies, his philosophy of governmental and personal morality is still relevant in the present day and can teach or inspire us in more ways than one. Here are a few quotes by Confucius that will change your life forever:

1. “Respect Yourself and Others Will Respect You.”

If you can’t respect yourself, you shouldn’t expect the same from others. Self-worth and confidence are extremely important in our personal and professional life. That begins with self-respect and self-worth. You need to be more confident and appreciative of your work for others to appreciate it as well.

If you suffer from inner turmoil it becomes very evident on the outside. You need to practice self-love and keep a track of your accomplishments and strengths. Don’t indulge in things that don’t bring your joy. Admire yourself and take out enough me-time by meditating and journaling your achievements and emotions. If you care for and respect yourself others will follow.

2. “The Man Who Asks a Question Is a Fool for a Minute, the Man Who Does Not Ask Is a Fool for Life”

This quote takes a bit of time to sink in. But when it does, it brings a new level of clarity. If you have experienced the philosophy behind this quote before, then realizing and implementing it comes as naturally as breathing. Most of us don’t understand a few things at the school lecture, an interesting seminar, or some other place of knowledge sharing.

However, most of us don’t ask out about our doubts as frequently as those popping questions in our heads. However, asking a question is simple enough. You have little to nothing to lose and endless wisdom to gain.

3. “It Does Not Matter How Slowly You Go as Long as You Do Not Stop”

Most of us need a big stimulus or a great setback to learn about the truth. In the age of social media, snappy results and instant gratification is desired and encouraged to a great extent. However, success in whatever shape or form you perceive it to be comes at the cost of time. This quote and any biography about a successful entrepreneur teach us that.

Your success may show itself overnight to the world. However, it comes after plenty of setbacks, hundreds of failures, and at your own pace. Elevators to success don’t exist or maybe they do but you don’t have access to them. However, consistent effort and pragmatism to climb the stairs of failures bring you to the roof of success eventually.

Conclusion

Matthew Davies believes that you should apply those quotes by Confucius and the lessons they teach to your everyday life. It may help you change your life and steer it in a better direction.

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