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If one fully understands the present moment, there will be nothing else to do, and nothing else to pursue. Live being true to the single purpose of the moment.",false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":38,"quote_text":39,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":41,"source":42,"quote_tag":43,"commentary":9},3517945,"No matter if the enemy has thousands of men, there is fulfillment in simply standing them off and being determined to cut them all down, starting from one end.",6,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":45,"quote_text":46,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":47,"source":48,"quote_tag":49,"commentary":9},3517944,"Living without mistakes is truly impossible. But this is something that people who live by cleverness have no inclination to think about.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":51,"quote_text":52,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":53,"source":54,"quote_tag":55,"commentary":9},3517943,"La negligencia es algo extremo.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":57,"quote_text":58,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":59,"source":60,"quote_tag":61,"commentary":9},3517942,"It is not sufficient just to remain calm in the event of catastrophe or emergency. When challenged by adversity, charge onwards with courage and jubilation. This is rising to a higher level. It is like the saying, “The more water there is, the higher the boat rises.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":63,"quote_text":64,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":65,"source":66,"quote_tag":67,"commentary":9},3517941,"If one has no earnest daily intention, does not consider what it is to be a warrior even in his dreams, and lives through the day idly, he can be said to be worthy of punishment.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":69,"quote_text":70,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":71,"source":72,"quote_tag":73,"commentary":9},3517940,"Feeling deeply the difference between oneself and others, bearing ill will, and falling out with people – these things come from a heart that lacks compassion. If one wraps up everything with a heart of compasion, there will be no coming into conflict with people.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":75,"quote_text":76,"author_id":5,"source_id":40,"has_image":33,"author":77,"source":78,"quote_tag":79,"commentary":80},3517939,"One should every day think over and make an effort to implant in his mind the saying, “At that time is right now.” It is said that it is strange indeed that anyone is able to pass through life by one means or another in negligence.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nThis quote originates from Yamamoto Tsunetomo's book, \"Treatise on Living,\" written in 1716 while he was serving as a samurai in the Ryukyu Kingdom (present-day Okinawa). During this time, Yamamoto was reflecting on his own life and the values that governed the behavior of the samurai class. He was likely influenced by the traditional Bushido code, which emphasized discipline, loyalty, and self-control.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nThe quote reveals a profound paradox: on one hand, it advocates for living in the present moment (\"At that time is right now\"), yet simultaneously criticizes negligence (\"it is strange indeed that anyone is able to pass through life by one means or another in negligence\"). This tension highlights the importance of mindfulness while also acknowledging the reality of procrastination and complacency. The quote suggests that even in the midst of diligence, there lies a potential for distraction and inattention.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, consider setting aside time each day to reflect on your priorities and focus on what needs attention \"at that time,\" rather than putting it off until later. 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