The end of life is not when we have traveled through all mountains and rivers, nor is it when life ends, but the moment we let go of our burdens. When you truly let go, even if your life is spent wandering, you can be as calm as a breeze, peaceful and free.
Even unintentional mistakes bring the reproach of conscience; how much more so deliberate evil? Evil does not need to be manifested outwardly; once an evil thought arises in the heart, it is already evil, let alone acting upon it willfully.
Waiting for opportunities will never be as effective as creating them yourself.
A painter once told me that masters often leave "white space" in their works; being too full leaves no room for imagination. Much of life's charm lies not in perfection, but in the appreciation of imperfections.
Life is shaped by us, not by heaven; happiness is determined by the heart, not by circumstances. Reins can only restrain a tamed horse, and fate can only rule those who passively follow destiny. Happiness is a sweet feeling that must be felt with the heart.
No matter how brightly the flowers on the other shore bloom, they are never your own scenery. A pure heart is like a flower blooming in the soul, a landscape that never fades. Amidst the mortal world, find tranquility among flowers, sit quietly under the Bodhi tree, watch the flowers bloom and fall, and observe the changing seasons. No matter what we possess or how long we hold it, it is only a fleeting moment. Humility adds to one's beauty, while arrogance leads to downfall. Regardless of time or place, we should always maintain a humble heart.
If you rely on conventional thinking and stick to old habits, you are destined to fall behind and lose opportunities. To stand out, one must possess the capacity for innovation: think what others dare not think, and do what others have not done. True simplicity is not merely outward simplicity; it is having a heart that can embrace infinite experiences while remaining pure despite having seen much of the world.
