The life of the samurai was rich in cultivation of the spirit and mind. He was often very stoic with a deep and strong philosophical passion. He could be deadly in combat and yet so gentle and compassionate with children and the weak. Zen buddhism influenced them greatly giving them enlightenment for good judgment, personal growth, and self-awareness.

"You have the strength of character now to feel so self confident that you aren't afraid of failure, even if you are currently facing a setback. You dont have time to waste feeling discouraged, you must improve on what you have already done and set your new plan into place. Remember, the foundations you are building are merely to keep you grounded through the transformations ahead"

"Forget the idea of having to please others. Set your own standards and realize everyone is different. You dont have to live up to what others expect, to feel confident. They dont know what is best for you, or know you to determine what makes you successful. Everyone's idea of being successful, can differ from someone else. (Pachyderm: a person who is not sensitive to criticism, redicule)". If you do end up encountering any conflicts, just see if you can use the experience to make some constructive changes in your life. And try to figure out why they seem to be opposing your efforts.