夫大寒至，霜雪降，然后知松柏之茂也。
【大意】等到大寒节气到来时，冰霜寒雪从天而降，然后才能知道只有松柏能经得住严寒考验，依然繁茂。
The bond market is the ultimate truth-teller.
The ocean feeds us, and it's our responsibility to return the favor by farming it wisely.
"The act of creation is a rebellion against the void."
粮仓充实，民众就能知道礼节；衣食充足，民众就能知道耻辱。
Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction.