Those who have thoroughly polished themselves shine with increasing brilliance as the years go by

Those who fail to polish themselves, even though they might possess fame or power, invariably end up in a sad and pitiful state.  In contrast, no matter how ordinary they may appear, those who have thoroughly polished themselves shine with increasing brilliance as the years go by.
[GT6-June-15]

不论是名人或是权力者，不磨练自己的话，始终会走上穷途末路。相反地，无论是看怎样平凡的人，如能磨练自身，必定会年年增辉。
[今日指导六-6月15日]