The seeds of success are sown through every setback and unexpected change. Only by overcoming adversity can the seeds take root and bear fruit. To ensure our goals are met, we must continuously adjust and recalibrate our efforts, much like tuning a piano.
I admire the strong, but I never believe I am inferior to them. I firmly believe that through relentless effort, every step forward narrows the gap between us. On the path of progress, the strong may fall a hundred times, but they will continue to struggle forward; a coward, however, might give up after just one fall.
Do not indulge in fantasies as the sun sets; instead, work hard as the sun rises. The most precious thing in life is the "present." Laziness goes with stupidity, diligence with success, despondency with failure, and perseverance with smooth progress.
Sometimes we are fully aware of our mistakes and wish to change, but when someone kindly points them out, we often react with anger and refuse to adapt. In a conflict, it often feels as though the other person is always right, leaving us feeling wronged. Life consists of four "ans": peace of mind, stability of life, harmony in home, and stability in career; four "feelings": gratitude, appreciation, inspiration, and being moved; four "blessings": knowing blessings, cherishing them, cultivating them, and spreading them; and four "its": facing it, accepting it, dealing with it, and letting it go.
The immortal cave is not a cave; the Buddha's gate has no gate; the Zen realm is the ultimate state.
Newness is the soul of art, and beauty is its life.
When mistakes occur, one must seek to correct them. This seems simple, but for some, especially those in positions of power, it is incredibly difficult. In reality, they often cover up their flaws, using new errors to hide old ones; others cling to their mistakes to save face, complicating simple matters and ultimately harming both themselves and others.
It is better to resolve grievances than to harbor them. In life, one should possess the magnanimity to let go of resentment and the wisdom to release the past.
