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YOU WONT BELIEVE: Mencius - What They Never Told You

Quote of the day by Mencius: “The feeling of compassion is the beginning of benevolence; the feeling of shame and dislike is...” — Timeless life lessons from an inspiring quote on compassion, kindness, morality, humility, and empathy by the influential Chinese philosopher known for shaping Confucian

Quote of the day by Mencius offers a simple way to look at human character and everyday choices. His idea connects compassion, kindness, humility, moral values and wisdom with the way we treat others. It also raises a practical question: can small feelings of empathy and conscience shape better decisions,…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Quote of the day by Xunzi: 'The person attempting to travel two roads at once will...' - motivational quote by Confucian Chinese philosopher teaches life lessons on choices, focus, why you must not chase too many goals at once and why trying to do everything could leave you nowhere

Quote of the day by Xunzi: Ancient Chinese philosopher Xunzi emphasized the difficulty of pursuing multiple goals simultaneously. He believed that attempting to travel two roads at once leads to nowhere. This ancient wisdom highlights the importance of focused effort for achieving progress.

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Chinese Proverb of the Day: "If you believe everything written in books, it would be better to have no..." — Timeless life lessons on independent thinking, intellectual awakening, and why true knowledge begins when curiosity challenges blind belief in an age overflowing with information and opinions

Chinese Proverb of the Day: “If you believe everything written in books, it would be better to have no books at all.” At a time when millions of opinions compete for your attention every day, this powerful Chinese proverb offers a surprising truth: real wisdom begins when you question what…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

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Thought of the Day by Chinese Philosopher Mencius: "A great man is he who has not lost..."

Quote of the Day: Ancient philosopher Mencius reminds us that true greatness lies in retaining a child's heart – natural kindness, emotional honesty, and trust – despite life's challenges. In today's competitive world, this inner sincerity, not emotional hardness, defines strength. Preserving character alongside external success is paramount for genuine…

The Economic Times · May 27

Tyranny is an ever-present threat to civilisations. Here’s how Classical Greece and China dealt with it

We’re just a few months into US president Donald Trump’s second term but his rule has already been repeatedly compared to tyranny.

The Conversation · Jul 15, 2025

Can shame make you a better person?

Confucius and other ancient Chinese philosophers believed the feeling isn’t all bad – and can lead you toward your best self

The Guardian - US · May 16, 2024

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