The one who released the shackles from my ankles, humming an unfamiliar dialect, walking through the imperial palace.
When the mind is simple and free from distractions, one can see through things clearly; when life is simple and goals are clear, one can naturally go far. The more desires we have, the more suffering we encounter, and the further happiness drifts away. Only those who know how to restrain their desires can truly enjoy the joys of life. Some people, because they have been with you for a long time, may be taken for granted or ignored, yet they are the ones sustaining the sky over your life; some people, once separated, should be forgotten—for imperfection itself can be a form of profound beauty.
I could not be part of your past, but I will accompany you through your entire future.
Time flies and the world is noisy; I must remain vigilant to maintain a sense of wonder and leisure on life's journey. If the day comes when I only bury my head in mundane affairs, losing the interest to gaze at the scenery or listen to the music within my heart, then I will have truly grown old and mundane, failing this perfect journey called life.
When interacting with others, constantly ask yourself: how can I benefit them? We should use our morality, cultivation, knowledge, and spiritual practice to benefit others, turning kindness into a steadfast belief.
Happiness does not come from gaining more, but from calculating less.
Using a cane may prevent a fall, but it cannot facilitate a sprint.