A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. -千里之行,始于足下 . . . Origin Chinese: 千里之行,始于足下 Pinyin: qiān lǐ zhī xíng, shǐ yú zú xià Literal Translation: A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step Explanation: This proverb emphasizes the importance of initiating action and taking the first step towards a goal or undertaking