One need not lie, yet there is no need to reveal everything at once. Even when speaking the truth, withholding some part of it can be a strategy for navigating life. Words are like a swing, swaying with the wind; what remains unsaid often carries more weight than what is spoken.
Life is rarely smooth sailing, and finding peace through 'following the flow' is a way to adapt. This is not passivity, but a form of wisdom and progress. It is not about following blindly, but about acting naturally—without resentment, haste, excess, or coercion. It means embracing opportunities without falling into pessimism, rigidity, or panic. To follow the flow is to reach a level of maturity, meeting life with an open heart.
An extraordinary life is the product of dreams. The higher the dream, the richer and more accomplished the life becomes. As the saying goes, 'The higher the expectations, the greater the possibility of achieving them.'
You may have once been exceptional, but the influence of negative surroundings can sap your drive and pressure to improve, leading to mediocrity. Too many people enter the grave with their unplayed melodies still within them.
In life, avoid offending petty people, and do not mistreat those who are younger or less experienced than yourself. Offending petty people can disrupt your plans, while mistreating those beneath you can hinder future cooperation.