For most young teachers, a doctoral degree nowadays is like a grain of rice underfoot—uncomfortable not to have, yet useless once obtained. Young university teachers have become the main force pursuing PhDs, but the utilitarian aspect of the degree is very evident. A mother's heart is a daughter's paradise.
They enjoy listening to slow, sentimental songs. They keep a part of themselves private, because only then does the heart remain unhurt when leaving.
When someone once cherished like life finally becomes a stranger, one suddenly realizes that what was thought to last forever was merely a fleeting encounter. Hand in hand was once believed possible, but after letting go, it becomes clear that everything is just two parallel lines; even if close, they are worlds apart.
Don't be sad; even if the sky falls, I am here with you.
Between letting go and holding on, do you have the courage to stop looking back and calmly accept all changes?
Those who value time are honored by it; those who ignore it are discarded by it.
Are you truly worshiping Buddha, or merely your own desires?
Life is never always smooth, and suffering is inevitable. Though no one wishes for suffering, in the long journey of life, it is a mountain everyone must cross. Noble things are rare and unique. Likewise, your nobility comes from your uniqueness and personality. Milk is unlike life—too thick; boiling water—too bland; coffee—too bitter; soda—too sweet; liquor—too strong. Life is a blend of many flavors!
Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, results fall short; sometimes, no action seems right; sometimes, countless tears are shed repeatedly at night; some things are beyond control. But it's okay. Life must have cracks for sunlight to shine through. Not every night has a full moon, not every dream comes true, and not every moment holds good mood. Life offers a spectrum of experiences; understanding it is the best interpretation of existence.
The greatest sin in life is the destruction of conscience.
