How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
"A warrior doesn't seek pain, but if pain comes, he uses it." (4.35)
This line is advice from Joy to Dan after his leg is shattered in his motorcycling accident. Peaceful warriors are to make the best of any circumstance. He heeds her advice, probably in no small part thanks to the fact it is coming from her (and he has a huge crush on her).
Quote #5
I created a daily routine until classes started: Each morning, gripping my crutches, I'd make my way to the gym, train on the weight machines, and fall exhausted into the swimming pool, where, assisted by the water's buoyancy, I'd force my leg to the point of pain, trying to walk—always, always to the point of pain. (4.49)
This is pretty much the standard plot dealy-o out of sports movies, where the hero trains persistently toward a comeback. What sets Way of the Peaceful Warrior apart is that Dan ultimately retires from gymnastics without caring too much about it one way or another. In other words, he does all this super-duper training, wins the championship, and then… quits. That's because he's following Socrates' teachings about giving up goals in order to become happy.
Quote #6
"Neither resolutions nor understanding will ever make you strong. Resolutions have sincerity, logic has clarity; but neither has the energy you will need. Let anger strengthen your resolve. See you next month." (4.237)
Though Socrates-style warriors are peaceful, they may still have intense feelings. In this case, the teacher is telling Dan anger can be used for good. It can strengthen his resolve or commitment to persevere. So maybe next New Year's, don't make resolutions—get mad!