Tag Archives: determination

Just avoid immovable objects

Posted on October 14, 2018 by Confanity

…and you’ll be fine. Right? 断じて行えば鬼神も之を避く (Danjite okonaeba kishin mo kore wo saku; “If you do things decisively, even demon-gods will get out of the way”) Definition: If you take decisive action backed by strong determination, there is little that … Continue reading →

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One year’s resolution?

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Confanity

Another phrase using 一念: 一念発起 ichi.nen.ho-.kki Literally: one – idea – emit – wake Alternately: Firm resolve to carry something through; a sincere and wholehearted intention. Originally used to describe the Buddhist resolve to leave “the world” (i.e. society) behind … Continue reading →

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One shot, one kill?

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Confanity

Finals are coming up! 一念岩をも通す (Ichinen iwa wo mo toosu; “Single-mindedness pierces even a boulder.”) Definition: No matter what obstacles you are faced with, sufficiently determined effort will allow you to overcome them, just as even a barrier of stone … Continue reading →

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