Work hard and others may resent you, take up a task and risk criticism; compassion lies within harsh words, treasure buried deep within criticism. - Master Sheng Yen

Don't measure success and failure by wealth or poverty; work only to benefit yourself and others with all your heart and strength. - Master Sheng Yen

Finish your work quickly, but in an orderly manner; don't become nervous trying to compete with time itself. - Master Sheng Yen

Work quickly, not anxiously; mind and body relaxed and unbound. - Master Sheng Yen

Busy? No matter. No vexation. All is well. - Master Sheng Yen

Be happy being busy! Even when you're tired, be joyful. - Master Sheng Yen

Busy but not in disarray; tired but not worn out. - Master Sheng Yen