If you do not know what Buddha is and blindly chant for years without a goal, you will remain trapped in attachments. Where is the true Buddha? A pure mind is Buddha, and a pure mind means letting go of everything through wisdom.
Learn from books: Understand deeply within them, gain insight from beyond them, apply what you learn, and integrate it all; avoid rote memorization. Learn from observation: Expand your horizons and knowledge; every detail is a lesson, and long journeys strengthen your feet. Learn from exchange: Using mentors as guides is a shortcut to efficiency. Learn from practice: Knowledge comes from practice; reading is only the beginning, and true understanding requires hands-on experience.
Even if a lie is as precise as a compass-drawn circle, it cannot replace a sincere heart. Life does not need to be complex; strive for simplicity and openness. Do not regret mistakes or complain, for no one is perfect. If you fall, get up and start again; without rain, there can be no rainbow. Believe that every experience is a precious treasure.
If you seek success, remember this order: Honesty first, learning second, politeness third, diligence fourth, and shrewdness fifth. A complete life should possess three senses: a sense of mission, a sense of loss, and a sense of crisis.