Grief Quote by Confucius
“If a man take no thought about what is distant, he will find sorrow near at hand.”
About This Quote
Source Analects of Confucius, Book 7, 5th century BC
Ignoring distant concerns leads to immediate sorrow.
In simple terms: Neglecting future issues brings near‑term pain.
Consider long‑term effects now.
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When to use this quote
- financial planning
- health maintenance
- environmental policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What distant issue could affect you soon?
- How can you balance present and future concerns?
Overemphasis on distant worries can cause anxiety.