What are some old sayings that have inspired you?

[Kazkaz27]

I live by many old sayings. I’ve found that they have helped me at times to understand or cope with various situations—like the classic “ This too shall pass,” which has gotten me through tough times by reminding me that pain is temporary and better days are ahead. That being said, perhaps sharing some old timers knowledge can help others in their journey.

I’d like to ask the members here: What old sayings do you know that have resonated with you? What do they mean, and how have they helped, inspired, or influenced you?

[XZERO1]

Not sure I would call it a saying that inspires you necessarily, or even if it's a saying at all, it's more of a quote

But surely it's a saying to me that does some explaining whenever the world or how things work stops making sense.

"Hard times create strong men, Strong men create good times, Good times create weak men, Weak men create hard times" from the novel: Those Who Remain by G. Michael Hopf

[Kazkaz27]

Not sure I would call it a saying that inspires you necessarily, or even if it's a saying at all, it's more of a quote

But surely it's a saying to me that does some explaining whenever the world or how things work stops making sense.

"Hard times create strong men, Strong men create good times, Good times create weak men, Weak men create hard times" from the novel: Those Who Remain by G. Michael Hopf

Thanks for adding this! I know the quote well and I believe it to be true. I appreciate the response, if you have more I’d love to hear them.

That said, I have another purposeful quote that hits strongly.

“I gazed into your cup to ensure you had enough; you peered into mine, fearing I had more.”