The flavors of life, whether sweet or bitter, must be tasted personally. The journey of life is filled with twists and turns; only by experiencing all aspects of the world can one truly understand its warmth and hardships. Life is like a boundless sea of bitterness, where people strive, yet sometimes find themselves trapped by the suffering brought by karma. In the vast ocean of humanity, how many can truly let go?
Everyone has their own difficulties that others cannot fully grasp or empathize with. Everyone carries their own sorrows—the pressures of work and the hardships of life—that only they truly understand. Whether the tears at the corner of one's eyes are salty or how the bitterness in one's heart should be expressed, only the individual can truly feel it.
There is no need to weigh down the young soul with a facade of experience or seriousness; such pretension does not make one a philosopher, but may only lead to loneliness. If one cannot yet achieve profound depth, one should strive for lightness. A person with a heavy heart cannot hear the sound of flowers blooming, and one who lives a masked life cannot feel the vibrant pulse of nature.
Life generally unfolds in four stages: the innocence of childhood, the passion of youth, the struggle of middle age, and the tranquility of old age. Within the few decades we master our own destiny, the prime years of youth and strength are the most glorious. Through the struggles and tempering of this period, one builds the foundation necessary for the journey ahead.
We are not brought into this world merely to grieve over its imperfections. Since we have been born, let us not waste our time in despondency. Go out to believe, to love, to strive, to dream, and even to regret. You must believe that there will always be a tomorrow.
