18. It is alright to walk a little slower; at least the path will not be so crowded.
19. Life is like a river: the upstream is childhood, clear and bright like a beautiful stream, flowing with laughter and songs; the middle stream is middle age, with waterfalls and reefs, both winding and smooth.
20. Every question has an answer; the true way to reach it is through deep investigation.
21. Remember, when faced with money and interests, the difference between a gentleman and a petty person may not be great. When large sums or interests are involved, stay vigilant and be cautious. Your closest kin may not harm you, but others are unpredictable.
22. If you love her, do not give her reason to overthink. For you will never know how deeply someone loves you when they are consumed by thoughts of you.
23. All matters, whether good or bad, are facts. Maintain a sense of tranquility within. Life is a struggle; speak of your exhaustion when weary, and of your strength when resilient. If you choose silence, why speak to anyone? Coldness touches the heart, as does warmth. A vast world, a cold autumn moon—the scenery and the flavor, felt in every thought, are beyond words.
24. Venerable Master Cheng Yen said: "Doing good must be timely, and merit must be continuous. It is like boiling water; do not extinguish the fire before it boils, otherwise, starting over will be a struggle."
25. The Buddha said: "One thought is heaven, one thought is hell." Master Xuan Hua said: "One thought of light is Buddha, one thought of darkness is a ghost. If you think of light, you are always a Buddha; if you think of darkness, you are always a ghost. This mind, one thought of kindness, creates the cause for heaven; one thought of evil, yields the fruit of hell."
26. People are categorized in many ways, just as meat has layers. Without the variety of life, how could there be such a colorful world? When I hold you, you are a glass cup; when I let go, you are just shards of glass.
27. There are times in life when we deeply affirm and enthusiastically recommend something to others, only to realize later it was a mistake. To have affected others through that mistake makes it difficult to face; thus, some choose avoidance and try to cover up obvious flaws. Seeking truth is sincerity, but admitting a mistake and continuing the search is courage. Without courage, sincerity eventually turns into self-deception.
28. Master the art of living: cook more at home, vary your recipes, praise the chef, and be eager to wash the dishes. Reduce unplanned dining out; wandering into random restaurants often results in poor meals and frustration. It is better to spend that dining budget on small kitchen appliances.
29. What people fear most is betrayal after trust, indifference after initiative, heartbreak after giving, and estrangement after intimacy; boredom after familiarity, perfunctoriness after deep affection, separation after understanding, and loss after cherishing. The words you spoke with all your heart today may become the arrows that wound you tomorrow.
30. If my descendants are not as capable as I am, why should they have my money?
31. Opportunities in sales are often fleeting; one must judge quickly and accurately, paying close attention to avoid missing them, and strive to create opportunities.
32. Competition is inevitable in life, but competition is not life itself. Take a step back from competition, and the horizon will open up before you!
33. The taste of drunkenness is truly unpleasant. In the midst of drunken dreams, what kind of escape is it? The lingering warmth still fails to soothe your heart. There are many times I feel lost and many things I flee from in panic. Like an ostrich, shrinking into my small world, arms hugging my cold legs. Dear, do you often suffer from insomnia or wake up startled at night?
34. Endurance is the abbreviation of perseverance and capability; knowledge is the summary of hard study and diligent questioning.
35. Live calmly, handle matters calmly.
36. But what exactly is true tranquility?
37. When others are heartless toward you, you should thank them; you no longer need to hesitate over their hypocrisy, and you can truly let go.
