You have to understand the local context to operate successfully in global markets.

A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for.

In the end, we'll all become stories.

History is written by those who refuse to bow to fate.

When you are young spend at least 6 months to one year living as poor as you can， owning as little as you possibly can， eating beans and rice in a tiny room or tent， to experience what your “worst” lifestyle might be. That way any time you have to risk something in the future you won’t be afraid of the worst case scenario.