The most difficult part of accomplishing something is getting started.

“If I can just start this project, I know the rest will be easy. The first step is always the hardest.”

When people suspect something, there is normally a good reason for the suspicion, even if there is no concrete evidence. In other words, there is usually some truth behind every rumor.

“I’m going to withdraw all my money from that bank. I read an article that the bank was in financial trouble, and where there’s smoke there’s fire.”

The English proverb the apple does not fall far from the tree (also the apple never falls far from the tree) means that ❛offspring tend to inherit characteristics from their parents/family❜, i.e. ❛A child grows up to be very similar to its parents, both in behavior and in physical characteristics.❜. For example:

“Lisa inherited her artistic talent from her mother. The apple does not fall far from the tree.”

Consider possible consequences before taking action.

An unusual event is not likely to occur again in exactly the same circumstances.

Every good thing has an unpleasant side.

If you are determined to do something, you will find a way to do it.

The strength of a group depends on each individual member. In other words, a group (such as a team, or a company) can only be as good as its least-skilled member.

The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.

“There’s still a chance she might recover. The darkest hour is just before the dawn.”