Life requires balance, and happiness stems from perception. If we demand too much, weeds will grow in our hearts, obscuring beauty. Do not reject spring just because there is no sunlight, do not abandon your pursuits just because there is no song, and do not discard your ideals just because there is no applause. Every path leading to sunshine is filled with hardships.
In this city, disappearing is easy; all it takes is not answering the phone. The relationships between adults and their companions are no longer the same as in adolescence; for many, the only thing they know about each other is a phone number. Time is a wonderful thing; it helps us look lightly upon what we once scrutinized.
Wisdom is forged through the interplay of people and events; without them, wisdom cannot arise. Those with high wisdom possess great energy. People with great energy are responsible, confident, and inclusive. Responsibility creates opportunities to handle major matters; confidence prevents fawning and pettiness; inclusiveness enables one to rally support. Only with a strong inner core can one overcome setbacks and difficulties, support oneself, and influence others.