Even the sun has its spots

Meaning: Nothing and nobody is perfect; even the greatest things have their flaws.

Origin: Chinese proverb reflecting Taoist acceptance of imperfection in all things.

Translations

French: Même le soleil a ses taches (literally: Even the sun has its spots)
Spanish: Hasta el sol tiene manchas (literally: Even the sun has its spots)
Japanese: 太陽にも黒点がある (Taiyō ni mo kokuten ga aru) (literally: Even the sun has sunspots)

The forest would be silent if no bird sang except the one that sang best — Everyone has a unique contribution; holding back out of self-doubt robs the world.
As the twig is bent, so grows the tree — Early experiences and upbringing shape a person's lifelong character and habits.
If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together — Short-term speed comes from solitude; long-term achievement comes from collaboration.
A bad workman always blames his tools — Incompetent people blame external factors for their failures instead of taking responsibi…
Shared joy is a double joy; shared sorrow is half a sorrow — Happiness multiplies and burdens lighten when shared with others.
A hungry stomach has no ears — People cannot focus on anything else when their most basic needs are unmet.

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