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“No parabens” is the motto of people who are used to reading the list of ingredients carefully. Are they right when they avoid this component?

Sometimes a broad discussion of the action of certain ingredients is a significant phenomenon that helps people maintain their health. We have already understood the beneficial and harmful properties of silicones. This time, let's talk about parabens, among the "victims" of such discussions. Everything is not so simple, and before passing a verdict on them, it is necessary to study the properties of these substances in more detail and get acquainted with the opinion of scientists on this matter. How can parabens in cosmetics be harmful, and are they harmful at all? Let's figure it out right now, but at the same time, we'll see if it's worth choosing natural paraben-free cosmetics as a replacement.

About parabens in cosmetics 

Parabens are chemical compounds (to be more precise, we are talking about esters of para-Hydroxybenzoic acid) that are famous for their antiseptic properties and have been used as preservatives for a long time, both in the food industry and in the pharmaceutical and beauty industries.

Parabens can be synthesized or obtained from plants in the laboratory - yes, there are natural parabens found, for example, in cranberries, lingonberries, and sour.

In the composition of medicines or cosmetics, parabens allow you to extend their shelf life by preventing the growth of bacteria.

Why are parabens dangerous? This is where the controversy begins. The trouble with parabens began when scientists studying breast cancer discovered high concentrations of parabens in tumors. And some have linked it to cosmetics containing parabens (such as deodorants that are applied to the underarm area).

So far, it has not been possible to accurately confirm that cosmetics affect the development of this type of cancer. Still, even a hypothesis was enough for many people to take up arms against parabens.

Properties of parabens in cosmetic

Parabens are considered the most popular preservative today. What is the reason for such a choice?

Antibacterial properties

Thanks to parabens in jars and tubes with cosmetics, there will be no active reproduction of bacteria and fungi. This means they can be used safely for longer without fear that the skin will react with irritation or inflammation.

Ability to stabilize the formula

Another plus of parabens is that they perform a stabilizing function in the formulas of products: their presence in the procedure maintains the desired consistency and allows all components to coexist harmoniously.

Parabens, unlike other preservatives, are effective in small concentrations. Manufacturers who emphasize the natural composition of their cosmetics can use natural preservatives. They are needed in much larger quantities to keep the product fresh for a long time. Organic acids and essential oils are potent allergens. There is a high risk that these products will cause an adverse reaction in the skin.

The downside is that parabens can cause allergies. But the long-term practice of their use shows that the risks are more diminutive in the case of parabens. They are used in the food industry. International standards ensure maximum safety. The creators of cosmetics use these substances in a limited amount.

What cosmetics contain parabens?

Parabens are needed primarily in the composition of funds with a liquid, cream,m or gel texture. In a word, in cosmetics that contain water. A humid environment is favorable for the reproduction of bacteria, and parabens prevent this.

Foundation

Due to the presence of parabens, tonal foundations “live” from six months to 1.5 years. The expiration date,e in this case, is affected not so much by the concentration of preservatives as by the texture of the product - for example, the fluid will serve you less than a thick and dense foundation.

Mascara

Mascara cannot be made without parabens, but its shelf life is the shortest compared to other beauty products: it is recommended to use mascara no longer than 3 months after opening the package.

Concealer

Parabens extend the shelf life of this product to about six months.

Lip gloss

With these tools - the same story as with the category of concealers: you can do makeup with them only for about six months. But without parabens, this period would be even shorter.

Liquid shadows, highlighters, bronzers, lipstick,s and other water-based products also contain parabens. The most common areethyl parabenss andmethyl parabenss. They are safe and resistant to external influences, including thermal. But dry shadows will last you a long time and without parabens in the composition. True, by the end of the expiration date, they will likely no longer fit perfectly. But from the,m it will be possible to make lipstick of an unusual shade. Just follow this video guide.

How are parabens identified in cosmetics?

We have already discussed the general rules that will help you quickly check the composition of cosmetics here. Since parabens are a whole group of substances, you will have to remember a few bare names and symbols to recognize them on the packaging. Parabens that are often used in the manufacture of cosmetics include methylparaben (it can be found in the list of ingredients under the codes E218 and E219), ethylparaben (E214), propylparaben (E216), butylparaben, benzyl paraben, isobutyl paraben.

In addition, among the designations of parabens are met again, propagation, nipagin, and nipazol. They can even be combined under the general name "hydroxybenzoic acids, without specifying the details.

Are there cosmetics without parabens?

Today, the list of brands that produce cosmetics without parabens and sulfates is quite extensive. In the absence of these ingredients in the composition of their products, many manufacturers use them as an advertisement. Therefore it may seem that such beauty products are becoming more common. However, statistics show the opposite: more than 75% of cosmetics still contain parabens.

Cosmetics

Those who are not going to give up cosmetics with parabens completely, but are still afraid of this controversial ingredient, should pay attention to thorough skin cleansing.

What is the best way to remove paraben makeup? One of the leading "working" means micellar water - the features of its production allow you not to use sulfates and parabens. The same applies to many hydrophilic oils.

Micellar water

It's good that cosmetics lovers have a choice. Science is not yet able to provide accurate data proving that parabens in cosmetics are harmful and cause life-threatening diseases. But for those who want to eliminate any risks associated with parabens, products labeled paraben-free can be preferred.

Cosmetics without parabens

It is essential to understand that the absence of parabens does not always make cosmetics 100% safe. So, substitutes for parabens arepropanoll,quaternion-15, butyl hydroxy anisole (E320 or BHA), and butylhydroxytoluene (BHT) - and these substances have been proven toxic and carcinogenic. However, they are found not only in cosmetics but also in food.

About natural cosmetics, manufacturers of natural beauty products also use paraben-free labels. They use vitamins E and C, tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, propolis, and grapefruit seed extract as preservatives. The last component has gained particular popularity as a natural disinfectant and preservative.

Grapefruit seed extract

In the case of natural cosmetics, the question arises, how effective are the preservatives used in it. If methyl and ethyl parabens in cosmetics, as a rule, are no more than 0.4% of the composition, natural substitutes will be required in much higher concentrations to compare with them in terms of strength. Do not forget that many natural ingredients that can increase the shelf life of cosmetics can cause allergic reactions.

We must recognize that most of us, do not read what is on the list of ingredients on cosmetics, or we do not understand the meaning of all those words. If we had enough knowledge, we would be surprised at what we really use.

 

The expensive perfume contains feces and whale vomit

 

Ambergris is a yellow, waxy, solid substance that is produced in the whale's intestines to protect them from the sharp objects they sometimes swallow. It is often called "sea gold". Just half a pound of feces or whale vomit can be worth up to $ 10,000. Whales either vomit the substance or eliminate it along with their feces.

 

Most lipsticks contain broken parasitic beetles

 

Cactus beetles (Dactylopius Coccus) are small insects that feed on cactus plants in Central and South America. Cochineal female beetles eat the red fruits of cacti, so when the beetles are crushed, a very strong red dye is produced.

 

Cochineal dye has been used for centuries and is very safe for most people, so it is commonly used in lipstick, ice cream, candy, yogurt and eyeshadow. In fact, Starbucks admitted a few years ago that they used a red cochineal dye in some of their drinks, which turned out to be a big problem for their vegetarian fans.

 

Animal fat in lipstick, eyeshadow and soap

 

Seoul is a common ingredient in many cosmetics. It is present in: eyeshadows, lipsticks, foundations, shampoos, shaving soaps, moisturizers and skin care products. Seoul is made from animal carcasses.

Seoul is made from animal fat, which means boiling carcasses to create fat products. Dead animals used to make tallow come from many sources, including laboratories, slaughterhouses, zoos, shelters, and yes, animals killed on the road are also used.

 

Bull semen in hair products

 

Due to its high protein content, bull semen has become a popular ingredient in hair products. Used mainly for dry or damaged hair, the semen is mixed with a plant called Katera and applied to the hair in expensive beauty salons. The process takes about 45 minutes, costs about $ 90-120 dollars and has been described as "Viagra for hair."

 

Snail secretions in moisturizers

 

Snail exudate is collected and used as an ingredient in many famous moisturizers. Glycolic acid and elastin in snail secretion protect the skin from wounds, bacteria and UV rays, making it a great source of protein that removes dead cells and regenerates the skin. It is also useful for removing scars, stretch marks and curing acne.

 

Infant foreskin in anti-aging products

 

The recovery complex marketed by TNS SkinMedica claims to use cells derived from human infantile foreskin (NouriCel-MD) in a "revolutionary" line of anti-aging products. Using a combination of soluble collagen, antioxidants, natural growth factors and proteins, they claim to slow down the aging process and encourage the growth of new cells for a younger complexion.



Many companies have already announced that they have given up some of these ingredients, opting for "more pleasant" alternatives, but others, given their effect, will not do so too soon.

 

 

Applying makeup during filming is not a quick process. Mainly when not only the image of the character depends on it but also on the film's overall success. The Deadpool actors must endure many hours of sitting in the make-up chair and all their manipulations, sometimes reminiscent of “torture.”

 

Changed beyond recognition! What makeup can do to actors

 

Bemorepanda found examples of what actors go through to make their on-screen characters stand out and memorable. For example, make-up for 8-9 hours. And this, it turns out, is not the most challenging thing that they sometimes have to face.

 

1. 8-9 hours, Rebecca Romijn as Mystique in X-Men

 

“It was a nine-hour make-up process. Throughout three films, we managed to cut it down to seven hours, but it was still... a lot. And I realized pretty quickly that this was my job, which was to apply all this makeup! — Rebecca Romijn, Looper

 

2. 8-9 hours, Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique in X-Men: First Class

 

In First Class, the filmmakers stayed accurate to Rebecca Romijn's original costume. But for Jennifer Lawrence, the body paint caused such severe skin irritation that she had to call a doctor. For the next film, X-Men: Days of Future Past, they switched to bodysuits. It also helped save all that time on set.

 

“I'm so excited because I'm going to wear a tight suit. It will be from the neck down so that it will cut time and blisters." - Jennifer Lawrence.

 

3. 8.5 hours, Jim Carrey as the Grinch in The Grinch Stole Christmas

 

The process of putting on makeup and costume took so long that the film producer brought in a CIA officer whose job was to help people endure torture.

 

4. 8 hours, Halle Berry as Jocasta Ayres (and five other characters) in Cloud Atlas

 

In addition to her role as Jocasta Ayres, Berry is also known as:

 

- Louise Ray

 

- Ovid

 

- Meronym

 

- Native woman

 

- Indian party guest

 

5. 8 hours, Christian Bale as Dick Cheney in "Power."

 

“In the old days, when we were sculpting foam fixtures, we would reshape the jaw and chin area a bit because it would compress a bit. But now, in silicone, we must accentuate the cheekbones and jawlines because his weight pulls him down. So it isn't easy. It would help if you had to know what you're doing." — Makeup artist Greg Cannom, Vox.

 

6. 7-8 hours, John Hurt as John Merrick in The Elephant Man

 

The make-up for John Hurt, resembling the real-life John Merrick, was created using the casts of Merrick's body in the Royal London Hospital.

 

7. 7 hours, Jamie Campbell Bower as Vecna ​​in Stranger Things 4

 

Take a behind-the-scenes look below for a closer look at the process.

 

 

8. 7 hours, Michael Dorn as Worf in Star Trek: The Next Generation

 

According to Michael Dorn, over time, the makeup process has become easier:

 

“Now it's not that weird because it used to be quite difficult because they used a lot of glue and makeup. It was just a natural process."

 

9. 7 hours, Ryan Reynolds as Wade Wilson in Deadpool

 

Seven hours is a very long time, and the makeup artists were uneasy when Ryan Reynolds once pranked them by ripping it all off after they were done.

 

Here's how it was:

 

 

10. 6 hours, Arnold Schwarzenegger as Mr. Freeze in "Batman and Robin."

 

For some close-up shots, Arnold had to put an LED in his mouth, and at some point, it became quite dangerous:

 

“When you put it in Arnold's mouth, Arnold's saliva seeps into the seams of this thing and attacks the batteries. Batteries begin to disintegrate, and battery acid may begin to enter Arnold's mouth." — Makeup artist Jeff Dawn, THR.

 

11. 6 hours, Gary Oldman as Mason Verger in Hannibal

 

Greg Cannom, who worked with Christian Bale on The Authority, was Hannibal's makeup artist:

 

“I knew we could get away with [Oldman] more than any other actor. He first said, "Can we open my eye?" It's disgusting. I showed people pictures of [Oldman as Verger], and they all just said, “Oh my God!” and left, which made me very happy.” — Cannom, The Guardian.

 

12. 5-6 hours, Doug Bradley as Hellraiser in Hellraiser

 

“The process started with Clive sketching out his ideas that we had to work through together, and then we came up with other ideas based on those sketches. Initially, Pinhead was not at all what he is now. He was much more like Nightbreed's Shunu Sassi character, with only needles sticking out of the top of his head. I looked at it and thought, "Clive [Barker, director], we can't do it with that budget." I knew this makeup would last six days, and we couldn't do it on such a tight budget. He said, "Okay, let's think about it." That's when we came up with this grid pattern on a lifecast to determine where we were going to insert what were originally supposed to be six-inch nails. Clive looked at the mesh and decided he liked its symmetry, so we left it in place." — Makeup artist Bob Keane, DailyDead.

 

13. 5 hours, Brad Pitt as Benjamin Button in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

 

Greg Cannom ("Power," "Hannibal") is back in business:

 

“I had time to get it right, which I don’t usually do in a film. We did intensive tests for two weeks before filming started at every age and did make-up after make-up. The make-up had to work. Otherwise, the film wouldn't have worked." — Kann, Variety.

 

14. 5 hours, John Matuszak as Sloth in The Goonies

 

Back in 2019, 34 years after the release of The Goonies, test shots of the Sloth makeup were finally found.

 

15. 5 hours Dave Bautista as Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy 

 

“Drax started with a five-hour make-up, and gradually the time began to decrease, as expected. Such extensive makeup is a real challenge for the team because it is so complex.

 

“Every day, a plastic mold was offered that was the exact shape of David's body, with perforated holes indicating where the prosthesis begins and ends. Through it, a drawing showing a map was applied to rice paper.

 

“All teams had different tasks in this sequence. Some begin the application of paint, while others complete the shading of the dentures. We added subtle layers of browns, reds, and greens to the base gray to break up the tone and spice it up before the final color unwrapping.

 

"The whole body is then sealed with a retainer so that it can withstand daytime shooting." — Makeup artist David White, Business Insider.

 

16. 5 hours, Zoe Saldana as Gamora in Guardians of the Galaxy 

 

“This time, I was picked up at three in the morning - my dog ​​was not even happy about it. I had to sit for five hours for five months. It was crazy, but it paid off. The film is fantastic." — Zoe Saldana, US Weekly.

 

17. 5 hours, Jeff Goldblum as Seth Brundle in The Fly

 

“Yes, Chris Wallace got an Oscar for it. And Stéphane Dupuis put me in the dentist's chair for five hours and used this thing. And then another hour after we finished… well, you know, labor, labor, labor… took it off. This suit is a little tight... the rubber suit... so I look so... ugly. And then prosthetics. — Jeff Goldblum, Yahoo.

 

18. 6 hours, Arnold Schwarzenegger as Terminator in Terminator 2: Judgment Day

 

“Maria walked onto the set in the midst of filming Terminator 2. And then she saw me - when half of the face disappeared, and the eye lit up. All this weird makeup... So she started screaming and crying on set because she didn't understand why dad looked like that." - Arnold Schwarzenegger.

 

19. 5 hours, Marion Cotillard as Edith Piaf in La Vie en Rose

 

Marion Cotillard didn't mind the five-hour make-up because she's a big fan of Edith Piaf and wanted to give her credit:

 

“It was very stressful, but she was a powerful person. I love tragedy. Not in my life. But I love to play a tragedy. It allows me to express so many things. At the same time, I feel empty and full of emotions; I feel alive." — Marion Cotillard, Under the Radar.

 

20. 5 hours, Tim Curry as Lord of Darkness in "Legend."

 

“We had terrible negotiations about what parts of me would be visible. I fought and begged to have my own eyes… My eyes were solid contact lenses, like wolf or cat eyes, which were very painful to install because they took a cast of your eye and inserted it into your eye. If it hurt, they scratched him a little until he stopped hurting.” — Tim Curry, Legend commentary.

 

 

 

Motivating is difficult. Only a few out of a hundred people manage to do it. Real motivation is a rare bird among people, and it will be more important than a bird of luck because a motivated person can move mountains with the help of his strength.

 

Ways to achieve goals and believe in yourself

 

A lot of majorities lack this very urge to act, so great that sometimes people lack the motivation even to perform actions designed to help them obtain sufficient reason to perform daily duties. As sad as it sounds, it's a fact of life!

 

Lack of motivation can drag you into an unhealthy cycle that seems to go on forever... however, there are ways to break the vicious circle and, having overcome these problems, become motivated!

 

These simple yet effective tips will help you hit the refresh button in your life and enable you to become the person who achieves everything you aspire to.

 

Here is a list of the best things you can do to get cherished motivation - whether you're trying to get enough energy to start a home workout, get a new job, take the first step towards your love, or get out of bed this morning!

 

 

1. Try something new today.

 

2. Start doing something on your to-do list. Start with one or two planned things you have already completed or are about to do. The motivational boost you get from immediately checking off a set of things you've done will keep you down the list.

 

3. Start exercising, and you will feel like yourself.

 

4. Create a reward system, so you have something to look forward to.

 

5. Do the most challenging thing first thing in the morning. Once you are done with the most challenging projects, you can easily take on others.

 

6. Eat right. Taking good care of your body will improve your mental state.

 

7. Take a break to rest and recharge your batteries.

 

8. Focus on the positive rather than the negative; you will feel more inclined to start new projects and take risks.

 

9. Find out what it takes to reach your goal. Once you've set your goal, start by doing some research, and you'll end up with the first step.

 

10. Encourage others, and you will automatically start getting support from them.

 

11. Read biographies of people you look up to for inspiration.

 

 

12. Think of times when you worked hard and excelled at your task.

 

13. Remind yourself that it's better to try and fail or succeed than to live with regrets about missed opportunities.

 

14. Set an alarm to remind you when it's time to start your task.

 

15. Find something you like and do it. Get yourself a hobby or a collection that will make you enjoy life.

 

16. Close your eyes and imagine how you achieve your goals.

 

17. Take a walk outside and let nature reset your mind.

 

18. Get more sleep. Sleep deprivation can make you less motivated.

 

19. Drink coffee for a quick recharge.

 

20. Take a small step. You do not have to dive into the project and see it complete immediately. Just take small steps and do them one at a time.

 

21. Wake up from an emotional downturn with a cold shower.

 

 

22. When doing a task you don't want to, put on uplifting music to help you get through it.

 

23. Prepare ahead of time, so you don't rush.

 

24. Push yourself to the top.

 

25. Develop your willpower. Read The Willpower Instinct on how to do this.

 

26. Set a deadline for a task to encourage you to complete it before the time runs out.

 

27. Focus. Doing too many things at once can overwhelm you, so skip multitasking and focus on one thing at a time.

 

28. Invite a friend to join you to make everything you do more enjoyable.

 

29. Tidy up your home or workplace, and you'll feel like you can get more done in a clean environment.

 

30. Let go of your fears; you may feel brave enough to take on tough challenges.

 

31. Do what you like when you wake up. Whether drinking hot chocolate while reading a chapter from your book or taking a hot shower, start your day off positively.

 

32. Share your goals with others. Making your goals public will give you a sense of responsibility, making you more willing to work.

 

33. Fake it until you succeed. Act as if you are motivated, and it will become a reality in time.

 

 

34. Bring light into your room. Open the curtains. Let fresh air into your room by opening the windows.

 

35. Don't compare yourself to others, or you will be disappointed. Compete with yourself.

 

36. Have realistic expectations. Know yourself and how far you can go.

 

37. Read the "Last Lecture." The Last Lecture is a book written by a professor who managed to make the most of his last days after being diagnosed with terminal cancer.

 

38. Never stop admiring! Experiment and keep coming up with new tricks, so you don't get bored.

 

39. If you fail, pull yourself together and keep going. Don't let it confuse you or make you lose confidence, ultimately affecting your motivation.

 

40. Keep a diary. If you keep track of your progress, you will be able to see it, which will help motivate you to keep going or try harder.

 

41. Listen to motivational stories from audiobooks, speeches, documentaries, and more.

 

42. Post motivational quotes throughout your home and workplace. They can be in forms such as a sticky note on a note board, a sticky note taped to a mirror, or an inspirational quote on a coffee mug.

 

43. Volunteering. It will help you ground yourself and make you aware that you are lucky, so you should take the opportunity to make the most out of your life.

 

 

44. Dress to impress yourself. You will feel like you can do more when you do your best.

 

45. Write down a few things you are grateful for. If you have a more positive attitude, you will find that you are more motivated and look forward to what lies ahead for you, how to start running if running is not your forte.

 

46. ​​Give yourself a pep talk and say you're great.

 

47. Drop projects you may not be fully committed to and focus on the ones you are truly passionate about.

 

48. Make self-motivation a habit. Read The Power of Habit to learn how to form positive habits.

 

49. Tell yourself that something worthwhile is never easy to achieve.

 

50. Know that only you have the power to create your dreams and generate motivation.

 

 

Bruce Lee, the founder of the philosophy of hybrid martial arts, actor, director, philosopher, and one of the icons of the 20th century, was and remained a man of legend. Thanks to his skill, he helped bring East and West closer together, diluting the Hollywood film industry with the flair of Hong Kong martial arts films.

 

Lee's life was embarrassingly short - he died in 1973 at 32. But this talented person left behind a bright mark. Indeed, besides being a martial arts professional and a charismatic actor, he was also a deep thinker. As a martial artist, Bruce Lee spread his philosophy to his students, including director Roman Polanski, his wife Sharon Tate, and even Chuck Norris! Impressed?

 

Bruce Lee quotes

 

Then it's time to read the wise sayings of this great man, inspiring and at the same time encouraging you to change your outlook on many things, primarily on your attitude towards yourself.

 

 

1. "Mistakes are always forgivable if you have the courage to admit them."

 

2. "I am learning to understand, not immediately judge or be judged."

 

3. "Simplicity is the shortest distance between two points."

 

4. "I'm not afraid of the one who once worked 10,000 blows, but the one who worked one blow 10,000 times."

 

5. "The key to immortality is to first live a life worth remembering."

 

6. "If you love life, don't waste your time, because life is made up of time."

 

7. “When water is poured into a cup, it becomes a cup. When water is poured into a bottle, it becomes a bottle. If you pour it into a teapot, it becomes a teapot. Be water, my friend."

 

8. "Optimism is the belief that leads to success."

 

9. "It's not about what you give, it's about how you give it."

 

10. “If you think something is impossible, you will only make it impossible.”

 

11. "Those who do not realize that they are walking in darkness will never seek the light."

 

12. “A fight is not won with a single punch or kick. Either learn to be patient or hire a bodyguard."

 

13. "Only the self-sufficient stand alone - most people follow the crowd and imitate."

 

14. “Don't talk negatively about yourself, even jokingly. Your body doesn't know the difference. Words are energy and they do spells, that's why it's called spelling. Change the way you talk about yourself and you can change your life."

 

15. "Patience is not passive, on the contrary, it is a concentrated force."

 

 

16. “Take at least one specific step towards your goal every day.”

 

17. “Defeat is not defeat unless you accept it as a reality in your own mind.”

 

18. "The doubters said, 'Man can't fly,' the doers said, 'Maybe, but we'll try,' and finally took off in the morning glow, while the unbelievers watched from below."

 

19. “Don’t let negative thoughts enter your mind because they are weeds that stifle confidence.”

 

20. “My style? You can call it the art of fighting without a fight."

 

21. “If you want to learn how to swim, jump into the water. On land, no mood will help you.

 

22. “Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Desire is not enough, we must act.”

 

23. "The athlete who builds muscle through strength training must be sure that he is simultaneously working adequately on speed and flexibility."

 

24. “If you always limit your abilities, physical or otherwise, it will spread to the rest of your life.”

 

25. "The spirit of a man is determined by his dominant thought habits."

 

26. "Don't pray for an easy life, pray for strength to get through a difficult one."

 

 

27. "Concentration is the root of all higher human faculties."

 

28. “Memory is the only paradise from which we cannot be expelled. Pleasure is a flower that fades, memory is a lasting fragrance. Memories last longer than present reality. For many years I remember a tree at the time of flowering, but not its fruits.

 

29. “Running water never stagnates. So you have to keep flowing."

 

30. “Choose the positive. You have a choice, you are the master of your attitude, choose positive, constructive.

 

31. “Wasting time means spending it in a certain way. To waste time is to waste it thoughtlessly or carelessly.”

 

32. “The difference between an expert and a novice is that an expert takes every opportunity.”

 

33. "Note that the toughest wood is the easiest to break, while bamboo or willow survives by bending in the wind."

 

34. "If you don't want to stumble tomorrow, tell the truth today."

 

35. “Always be yourself, express yourself, believe in yourself, don’t look for a successful person and don’t duplicate it.”

 

36. “I am not in this world to meet your expectations, and you are not in this world to meet mine.”

 

37. “Love and respect. Without respect, love cannot last.”

 

 

38. "The teacher never gives the truth, he is a guide, a pointer to the truth, which each student must find for himself."

 

39. “Be self-aware, not a repetitive robot.”

 

40. “If you spend too much time thinking about something, you will never make it.”

 

41. “Owning something starts in the mind.”

 

42. "Real life is life for others."

 

43. "A hot temper will soon make a fool out of you."

 

44. “Only use what works and take it from wherever you can find it.”

 

45. “In order to taste my cup of water, you must first empty your cup.”

 

46. ​​“Don't be afraid of failure. The crime is not failure, but low aim. In great endeavors, it is glorious even to fail.”

 

47. “The less confident we are, the less we touch ourselves and the world, the more we want to be in control.”

 

48. “It doesn’t matter that you were born a legend, but what really matters is the legendary ending. Think about it".

 

49. “A good fight should be like a little play, but played in earnest.”

 

 

50. “Knowledge will give you strength, and character will give you respect.”

 

51. “To hell with circumstances, I create opportunities.”

 

52. “Absorb what is useful, discard what is unnecessary, add what is specifically yours.”

 

53. "For it is easy to criticize and break the spirit of others, but it takes a lifetime to know oneself."

 

54. “Life's battles don't always go to whoever is stronger or faster. But sooner or later, the one who thinks he can wins.

 

55. "Simplicity is the key to greatness."

 

56. “Life is wide, limitless. There is no border, there is no frontier."

 

57. "You can never invite the wind, but you must leave the window open."

 

62. "Be happy, but never satisfied."

 

63. “Compliance will conquer everything that surpasses itself; her power is limitless."

 

64. “Obviously if your punch doesn’t start, his punch will land first and your defense is useless.”

 

65. "Do not correct the fool, otherwise he will hate you, correct the wise man, and he will appreciate you."

 

 

66. "The most dangerous person is the one who listens, thinks and watches."

 

67. “If you always put limits on everything you do, be it physical or otherwise, it will spread to your work and your life.”

 

68. “As you think, so you will become.”

 

69. “I’m happy because I’m growing every day and honestly I don’t know where the limit is.”

 

70. “Certainly, every day there can be some kind of revelation or new discovery.”

 

71. “I cherish the memory of past misfortunes. This added to my stamina even more.”

 

72. “Be like water breaking through cracks. Don't be pushy, but adapt to the object and you'll find a way around it or through it."

 

73. “We all have time that we can either put to good use or waste, and it's up to us to decide what to do with it. But once it has passed, it disappears forever.”

 

74. “Life itself is your teacher and you are in a constant state of learning.”

 

75. “Life is never stagnant. It is a constant movement, a non-rhythmic movement, like we are, because we are constantly changing. Things live by moving, and gain strength as they move.”

 

76. “The medicine for my suffering was in me from the very beginning, but I did not take it. My illness came from within myself, but I did not notice it until this moment.

 

77. “Silence in silence is not real silence; only when there is stillness in movement does the universal rhythm appear.”

 

 

78. “There are no restrictions. There are plateaus, but you must not stay there, you must go beyond them. If it kills you, then it kills you. A person must constantly exceed his level.

 

79. “Don’t stress, just be ready, don’t think but don’t dream either, don’t be set but be flexible.”

 

80. “It is a great mistake to foresee the outcome of a battle; one should not think about whether it will end in victory or defeat.”

 

81. “Let nature take its course and your tools will strike at just the right moment.”

 

82. “In the end, all knowledge simply means self-knowledge.”

 

83. "Learning never accumulates, it is a movement of knowledge that has neither beginning nor end."

 

84. “There is no shame in being knocked down by other people. It's important to ask when you're being knocked down: "Why am I being knocked down?" If a person can think like that, then he has hope.”

 

85. “Relaxation is a physical state, but it is controlled by the mental state. It is acquired by a conscious effort to control both thoughts and actions. It takes perception, practice, and a willingness to accustom the mind to new habits of thought and the body to new habits of action.”

 

86. “Life is a process, not an end; a means, but not an end; constant movement, not a steady pattern."

 

87. "Concentration is a form of exclusion, and where there is an exclusion, there is a thinker who excludes."

 

88. "The enemy of development is this phobia of pain - the unwillingness to suffer even a little."

 

89. "Masters in all areas of art must first of all be masters in life, for everything is created by the soul."

 

90. “The best fighter is not a boxer, karateka or judoka. The best fighter is the one who can adapt to any style. He hits too good for a boxer, throws too good for a Karate, and hits too good for a Judo.”

 

91. “Boasting is a foolish idea of ​​fame.”

 

 

92. “A successful warrior is an ordinary person with a laser focus.”

 

93. “What you usually think has a lot to do with who you end up becoming.”

 

94. “As the great Sun Tzu said: “When you know yourself and your opponent, you will win every time. When you know yourself but don't know your opponent, you win once and lose once. However, when you don’t know yourself or your opponent, you will be in danger every time.”

 

95. “The meaning of life is to live it, not to be traded, conceptualized and forced into a system of patterns.”

 

96. "Long-term stability outweighs short-term intensity."

 

97. “Martial arts are based on understanding, hard work and a full understanding of skills. Strength training and the application of force are easy, but a complete understanding of all martial arts skills is very difficult to achieve.

 

98. “The basic quality of life is simply to live.”

 

99. "To be honest, not to lie to yourself - this, my friend, is very difficult."

 

100. “Love is like friendship on fire. In the beginning there is a flame, very beautiful, often hot and fierce, but still only light and flickering. As love grows older, our hearts mature and our love becomes like coals, burning deep and unquenchable.”