Your eyes are like the moon—one a crescent, the other full. A good man helps a woman understand the world, while a bad man causes her to misunderstand it. Do not regret the past, and do not waste the present; instead, embrace your dreams and face the future. Time is like sifting sand, washing away the superficial to leave only the essence. The things that cause you pain today will one day be shared with a smile. Perhaps the most romantic and selfish phrase is: "You are mine alone." Those who fear suffering are often already suffering because of their fear.
Do not say you are struggling or that your dreams are unreachable. There are many in this world who face harder paths and more talent than you, yet they continue to fight relentlessly for their goals.
Even without grand displays or lofty ambitions, steady and silent progress can lead to soaring heights, eventually yielding the most precious wealth in life.
Gratitude stems from kindness, and kindness is the foundation of character. Be grateful for the sacrifices of your parents, the support of your siblings, and the wisdom from teachers and friends. Be grateful for the drive brought by adversity, the strength built by hardship, the wisdom gained from setbacks, and the clarity provided by adversaries. Remember those who help you and repay them generously; help others and let it be forgotten immediately, seeking no reward. Gratitude makes life beautiful and brings lifelong happiness.
Life requires pursuit, dreams require perseverance, life requires cherishing, and the journey of life requires strength. Stillness is an attitude: without contention, without restlessness, and without impulse; the body may tire, but the heart remains calm. Leisure is a mindset: without calculation, without comparison, with the courage to let go and forget. A truly wise person maintains a tranquil heart.
God grants everyone three equal eight-hour periods. The first eight hours are for work, the second eight are for sleep, and the difference between people is created in the third eight-hour period.
