I record my longing and obsessive thoughts in fragmented verses, never sharing them with others. I wish to entrust my feelings to the jade qin, but knowing friends are few; if the strings break, who will listen? Even if I spoke, few would understand, yet you are different.
Be like a star, a lightning bolt, a red apricot blooming over the wall, or a leading bird. In your own time and place, boldly reveal yourself. Do not beg for the cold, distant starlight to illuminate your life. Let the sun in your heart rise, so that you may radiate heat and light throughout your life.
A weak person who courageously accepts sincere advice can win against adversity; a strong person who always believes they are superior can fall from the peak into the valley in an instant.
Sometimes life is as confusing as entering a labyrinth. Whether there is a path or not, one must walk on. Borrow the 'dharma eye' of life to distinguish without discriminating and to act without attachment. Give your heart courage, and do not nitpick between life's satisfactions and deficiencies. Have magnanimity in all things, as excessive anger harms the body. One must identify blind spots in one's character, stay within the scope of conscience, accept one's imperfections, and avoid amplifying others' mistakes and flaws.
99% of effort and 1% of inspiration are not enough for success; one must also have 200% moral quality as a guarantee.
Life is like a majestic mountain, both towering and steep with deep ravines and high cliffs. One must possess an indomitable spirit, climbing upwards step by step with solid footing, to reach the glorious summit.
On the path of life, walk one step at a time. Do not try to take two steps at once; every step must be taken firmly on the ground.
The relationship between sisters-in-law is extremely unique. If not handled well, it becomes a dissonant note in the whole family. If they are too close, many problems arise, such as comparing who is more favored by the mother-in-law, or feeling that one contributes more to the family and bears greater responsibility. If their personalities clash, it is like adding fuel to the fire.
