Think before acting; and whilst acting, still think.

Dutch proverb

Haste is productive of injury, and so is too much hesitation. He is the wisest man who does everything at the proper time.

Ovid

Two barrels of tears will not heal a bruise.

Chinese Proverb

I didn't accept it. I received it.

Richard Allen

Drop by drop is the water pot filled.

Buddha

If you try to change it, you will ruin it. Try to hold it, and you will lose it.

Lao Tzu