Achieving wealth through hard work is one of life's great joys.
Buddhas and Bodhisattvas are not lofty beings; instead, they reside in the lowest positions, bearing the joys and sorrows of all sentient beings. Therefore, regardless of your social status, if you wish to resonate with them, you must remain humble in your heart. The more humble you are, the easier it is for them to dwell within your heart.
A career is the evergreen tree of life and an eternal monument. Those who leave behind great names have often created enduring legacies. Just as a seed that refuses to be buried cannot sprout, bloom, or bear fruit, A life that avoids hardships cannot become full, prosperous, or mature.
No matter how brilliantly the flowers on the other shore bloom, they are not our scenery. A pure heart, like a flower blooming in the heart, is an ever-blooming landscape of life. Amidst the affairs of the world, seek tranquility among flowers, sit quietly in Bodhi, and watch the seasons change and flowers bloom and fall. Regardless of what we possess, how much, or for how long, it is all merely a fleeting moment. To be praised and remain humble adds beauty; to be arrogant leads to downfall. At all times and in all places, we should always maintain a humble heart.
Sometimes we hate the part of ourselves that is unwilling to work hard despite being dissatisfied with mediocrity, feeling inadequate while envying the brilliance of others. In truth, most people are ordinary; you simply do not see their efforts. Do not be discouraged or panicked. Even if you are merely a snail crawling or a bird struggling to fly, we must learn to grow through the stumbles and wounds. If you persist, one day you will stand in the brightest place, living the life you once dreamed of.