Quotes on Effort: A curated selection of passionate messages left by great figures and famous people (51–60)
A professional never makes excuses, no matter what.Chiyonofuji Mitsugu
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There may be many people who make excuses when they lose.
They don’t want to be blamed or disappoint others because of their defeat, so they’re tempted to pin the cause of the loss on something other than themselves.
But Chiyonofuji voiced a firm resolve that professionals are not allowed to do that.
By eliminating excuses—external conditions, health, judges’ decisions—he focused all his energy on action.
And when he lost, he accepted the facts and confronted his own shortcomings.
He called this mindset a philosophy of personal responsibility, and stated that it leads to true strength.
Chiyonofuji’s famous quote: “The sweat you shed never lies.” #GreatFigure #Yokozuna #shorts #SumoWorld #All-TimeRecordHolder #Sumo #58th #Rikishi #Chiyonofuji #Quote
When does sweat run down our bodies? You might break out in a sweat due to changes in temperature or from fear, but if we’re talking about a sumo wrestler’s sweat, it’s surely the sweat shed during training.
Sumo is a world of competition—matches are often decided in an instant.
To rise to that decisive moment and demonstrate their true worth, wrestlers must train not only their bodies but also their minds to the utmost.
Chiyonofuji’s famous quote seems to say that tireless effort becomes one’s confidence and can, in turn, become the certainty of victory.
Practice with a view to three years ahead. Be patient, thinking about five or ten years down the road.Taihō Kōki
Yokozuna Taiho’s famous quote: Unraveling the essence of the wrestler’s spirit!
Having a clear vision of the future is important in life.
By keeping the big picture in mind, you won’t be swayed by small failures, and you may come to see what you truly need.
From Taihō’s words as well, the message is not to just practice, but to practice what you personally need; and when times are tough, to endure by believing that your ideal self awaits beyond that hardship.
People tend to be overwhelmed by what’s right in front of them, but those who succeed are likely the ones who act with a view that extends years into the future.
Because there was a humiliating defeat, my determination to absolutely win next time grew stronger.Kitanoumi Toshimitsu
Yokozuna Daishi Wajima and Toshimitsu Kitanoumi, who built the “Wajima-Kitanoumi era” in the 1970s and captivated many sumo fans.
In 2015, Kitanoumi said the following in a conversation published in Shukan Shincho.
It was about “the most memorable bout for the two of us,” their match on the final day of the Nagoya tournament in 1974.
At the time, Kitanoumi, then an ozeki, lost in a decisive bout where a win would have promoted him to yokozuna.
His words reflect the belief he held as a strong yokozuna: turning the bitterness of defeat into fuel and transforming it into a relentless drive for the next victory.
We don’t make efforts to be rewarded. We do it so we don’t betray ourselves.Sanae Takaichi
These words speak about effort, offering a guideline for living that isn’t swayed by results or evaluations.
Rather than focusing on whether it pays off, the idea of striving so you won’t be ashamed of yourself proves its worth especially in difficult moments.
Prioritizing inner integrity over external success becomes a sustaining force over the long term.
This perspective also shows that daily accumulation shapes one’s trustworthiness as a person.
It is a quietly delivered, deeply resonant maxim about life that conveys the dignity of keeping promises to oneself.
Life only comes once, and I think everyone struggles and hesitates over many things when they’re young. But at such times—whether or not you can actually realize what you have in mind—I believe you should take the plunge.Yoshihide Suga
You only live once. #PrimeMinisterSuga #YoshihideSuga #Quote
In life, it’s wonderful to have goals and dreams.
Continuing to take action toward them may also be a beautiful way to live.
Still, there are times when you may worry whether the goals and dreams you’ve set can truly be achieved.
You might hesitate to take the first step, or stumble along the way.
Even so, Mr.
Suga has left messages that gently embrace you in such moments.
Life is a once-only journey with no turning back.
It might be worthwhile to take on challenges to fulfill your aspirations.
Beyond the path you choose, a world you never even imagined may be waiting.
Do not be easily satisfied—whether with yourself or with anything else. Even when the wind is against you, grit your teeth and refuse to compromise.
These words convey Donald Trump’s determination to face difficulties without giving in and his strictness toward himself.
They also suggest an ambitious side that refuses to be satisfied with the status quo and aims ever higher.
A key point is not only his toughness on himself but also his refusal to be satisfied with others, which signals a desire to improve things on a broader scale.
Striving for higher ideals and persevering through adversity—this content feels reflective of Trump’s life.
