nothing ventured, nothing gained
one can't expect to achieve anything if you never take any risks --request
Wisdom
"what you see is what you get"
There are no hidden or unknown features, traits, characteristics, etc., beyond what is immediately apparent in a given person or thing --idioms.thefreedictionary.com
thinking is overrated
If you've ever tried to think yourself out of overthinking, you know what I mean.
"you win some, you lose some"
say this when you have not succeeded, to show that you are not discouraged --idioms.thefreedictionary.com
"think twice"
to think seriously about whether one really wants to do something before doing it --merriam-webster.com
“the squeaky wheel gets the grease”
the idea that the most noticeable (or loudest) problems are the ones most likely to get attention --wikipedia
"fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me"
Fake "wisdom." Self-shaming isn't productive.
"the pursuit of truth is an end undertaken for its own sake"
The mantra of excellence...
"you get what you pay for"
"used to say that a thing that can be bought for a very low price probably isn't very good" -- merriam-webster.com
"Whoever compels you to carry a burden for a mile, go with him two."
Matthew 5:41 (Lamsa Bible)
"time heals all wounds"
"used to say that feelings of sadness, disappointment, etc., gradually go away as time passes." -- merriam-webster.com
"nice guys finish last"
Actually, "kind, emotionally sensitive, and caring about others—holds great appeal" --from linked article
"So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart"
Attributed to Tecumesh, Native American Shawnee leader (1768-1813)
"by refusing responsibility we refuse freedom"
Level of this teaching
Pain + Reflection = Progress
Level of this teaching popular with motivational speakers