年轻人在人生路上只看到鲜花，而老年人只看到坟墓。

原文英文

Life requires exploration. Only the fish that tests the water knows where it is clear or murky, and which waters truly suit it.

Life is like a song; one can approach it with grace and composure.

Life is as fleeting as an epiphyllum; rather than burying the seeds of regret, it is better to nurture the sprouts of passion.

The young see only flowers on the path of life, while the elderly see only graves. In reality, both exist: flowers bloom upon graves, and graves lie beneath flowers.

True joy in life comes from being among those who are less advanced than oneself.

To achieve something in life, one must conquer oneself. Transcendence is painful, yet within that pain, a noble life is forged.

Kindness shown by others should be met with positive responses as a matter of etiquette. However, in reality, such etiquette is often misinterpreted. For instance, some overextend themselves with gifts during ceremonies just to save face; others follow misguided loyalty that leads to criminal paths; even worse, some use the guise of "reciprocity" to facilitate corrupt transactions. All these are misunderstandings or intentional distortions of true etiquette.

Upon waking in the morning, do not rush into tasks. Instead, mentally draft a blueprint for the day. Identify your tasks, distinguish between easy and difficult ones, and plan the time and method for each. Organizing your thoughts this way ensures smooth execution and prevents omissions.