Hard work and persistence can overcome any obstacle. Laziness is the root of failure, not lack of ability.
This saying is rooted in Confucian work ethics, which prize effort and self-cultivation above innate talent.
It reinforces the cultural belief that effort is the great equalizer. By attributing success to diligence, it gives everyone hope and encourages a proactive attitude.
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