used to suggest that personal investment in a situation increases motivation, leading individuals to exceed expectations by putting in extra effort
人は自分自身の大義においてはライオンである
used to suggest that someone who keeps moving and changing their situation will not accumulate problems or responsibilities, but also will not gain the benefits of stability or permanence
転がる石には苔がつかない
used to suggest that starting a task or project is the most difficult part and that taking the first step is critical to achieving success, as it sets the momentum for completion
始まったことは半分終わった
used to suggest that if someone is truly determined to achieve a goal or reach a destination, they will not be easily dissuaded or discouraged
used to suggest that if an opportunity does not naturally present itself, one should persistently work towards creating opportunities and overcoming obstacles to achieve success
機会がノックしなければ、ドアを建てる
used to suggest that if someone lacks motivation or is unwilling to put in the effort required to succeed, they are likely to find even the simplest tasks to be difficult or challenging
やる気のない人にとっては何も簡単なことはありません
used to suggest that if someone starts or initiates a particular action or process, it is expected that they will continue and complete the subsequent steps
Aと言う人はBと言わなければなりません
used to emphasize that if someone is determined and willing to work hard, they can achieve anything they set their mind to, regardless of the difficulty or complexity of the task
意欲のある心に不可能なことはない
used to imply that a determined individual will succeed despite the odds and difficulties
善良な人間を抑え込むことはできない