When doing good, we want the gods to know; when doing bad, we hope they don't. Humans truly make things difficult for the divine.
Cultivating future blessings is like adding oil to a lamp; the more you add, the longer it lasts.
Success is valued for its endurance; a profession is valued for its specialization.
Some people cannot be together, yet their hearts are one; some appear to be together, yet their hearts are distant; some never thought of being together, yet naturally find each other; some struggle immensely to be together, only to find they are not a match... although we can no longer be together, it doesn't mean I don't love you.
In life, people are constantly leaving or entering. Thus, the seen becomes unseen, and the remembered is forgotten. Life is a cycle of gain and loss. Thus, the unseen is seen, and the forgotten is remembered. But does unseen mean non-existent? Does being remembered mean one never fades?
The past has become a phantom, and the future is still a dream; holding onto the present is what matters most.
The most difficult moments are often when we are closest to success.
Don't teach others how to do things; instead, tell them what to do, and their ingenuity will bring you surprises.
As autumn deepens, emotions follow suit. Everything seems serene and tranquil, filled with poetic charm.
Admitting mistakes is a release for oneself and others, and a sign of maturity.
Happiness often hides in the details of life; only by discovering life can one feel more joy.