Because of life, some choose to escape in negativity; others choose to smile positively. Life itself is full of bitterness, containing various flavors of sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy, yet life owes us nothing; at least, it has granted us life and the space to exist. Therefore, there is no need to always wear a sorrowful face; only those who know how to smile can hold life's hand firmly and walk gracefully through the cycle of existence.
Gaze at the sea of clouds in Huangshan, walk under the moonlight of Lushan; bathe in the misty rain of South Lake, tread on the remaining snow of West Lake; explore the famous gardens of Jinling, seek the ancient traces of Guangling; listen to Suzhou Pingtan, search for ancient books in Huizhou; taste the fresh tea of Yangxian, peel the early oranges of Dongting; savor the fresh fish of Wuxing, and indulge in the fragrant snow of Shaoxing.
Every day, the price you pay is higher than the day before, for your life has decreased by another day; thus, one must be more proactive every single day. Today is precious and should not be consumed by the worries of bitterness or the regrets of heartache. Lift your chin, grasp today, for it will never return.
Physiological development has the greatest impact before adulthood, psychological development becomes most evident during middle age, and spiritual development is most prominent in the final stages of life. A life combining grace and wrinkles is incredibly beautiful; a wise old age will always burst forth with dazzling brilliance.
You are too anxious to love, thinking you can surpass any form of eternity, but alas, sweetness fades too quickly; you are also too anxious to hate, thinking hate can eliminate everything, only to find yourself living in exhaustion and regret. In this vast world, you should awaken your ideals and live slowly and well. Since there is a child in your heart who can give without hesitation and be hurt without defense, you should also recover without any hesitation!
