Wang Wenhua, a renowned Taiwanese writer and a Stanford MBA, has achieved significant success across various fields. When asked why he maintains such boundless energy and fighting spirit, his answer is simple: "None of the things I do are certainties."
A Buddhist parable tells of two monks, one wealthy and one poor, both desiring to make a pilgrimage to the South Sea. The wealthy monk spent a long time saving money, while the poor monk set out with nothing but his single begging bowl. A year later, the poor monk had already returned from his pilgrimage, while the wealthy monk was still preparing.
The wealthy monk asked: "尔困,何以往南海?"
The poor monk replied: "吾不往,则终日癫狂,行一步则安一分,尔稳重,故尔在。”
Matters that are "guaranteed to succeed" often yield the smallest rewards. One should focus on doing the things that lack certainty.
When you feel uncertain, others likely feel the same. However, by taking action, you create the possibility of success; if you do nothing, you will forever be a spectator to others' triumphs. Risk and reward are always proportional—this applies to both investment and life itself.