A day's labor brings a night's sleep; a lifetime of diligence brings an eternal happy rest. — Leonardo da Vinci
There are countless people who have wasted their lives through idleness. For some, even the basic acts of exertion, activity, doing, speaking, or thinking are difficult. — Maupassant
Do not pause, for others will overtake you; do not look back, lest you stumble. — A. Rihani
In daily life, what can be achieved by talent can also be achieved by diligence; what cannot be achieved by talent can still be achieved by diligence.
Inspiration is merely the reward for persistent labor. — Ilya Repin
Time is a constant, but also a variable. The diligent are infinite in number, while the lazy are infinite in fewness. — Liang Qichao (Ziyan)
To climb high, one must start low. Arrogance prevents success, so successful individuals must cultivate a calm mindset and focus on everything; this is the key to success. — Thomas Edison
We may grow under the protection of parents and relatives, rely on brothers and friends, benefit from social assistance, and find happiness through love. However, ultimately, humanity relies on itself. — Goethe
Lazy people are always busy looking for work to do for others. — Vauvenargues