When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps.
From Confucius
Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.
I will not be concerned at other men's not knowing me; I will be concerned at my own want of ability.
To those whose talents are above mediocrity, the highest subjects may be announced. To those who are below mediocrity, the highest subjects may not be announced.
The superior man is distressed by the limitations of his ability; he is not distressed by the fact that men do not recognize the ability that he has.
Go before the people with your example, and be laborious in their affairs.
He who speaks without modesty will find it difficult to make his words good.
A superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions.
If you think in terms of a year, plant a seed; if in terms of ten years, plant trees; if in terms of 100 years, teach the people.
How to play music may be known. At the commencement of the piece, all the parts should sound together. As it proceeds, they should be in harmony while severally distinct and flowing without break, and thus on to the conclusion.
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