Do not believe rumors or partial information. Only by seeing with your own eyes can one distinguish the truth from falsehood. Some things must be personally experienced to truly feel their essence and obtain genuine results. Take the "telephone game" popular in entertainment shows today: by the time the message reaches the last person, it is completely different from the original. This illustrates the error caused by intermediate steps. The more intermediate steps involved, the greater the deviation from reality. Therefore, if there is a chance to practice personally in life, one should do so. Each intermediate step adds a possibility of failing to gain a correct understanding.
If an ordinary person wishes to achieve great deeds and establish merit, they must understand the situation, adapt to the times, and act according to the circumstances.
Love in this world takes many forms, but only letting go represents the highest realm of all love.
One day, a monk asked Master Xiu Jing, "Why do those who have attained great enlightenment not become confused?"
Rather than gazing into the distant future, focus on the tasks at hand and spend a pleasant, fulfilling today. For only today is reality.
Live with intention every day. Do not drift through life like a sleepwalker. Life is for experiencing, not for idly passing the days.
Regarding praise and giving: "Praising someone to their face is less effective than praising them behind their back, as the latter leaves a deeper impression. Giving too much is inferior to giving sparingly, as it is easier to satisfy desire with restraint."
Life is like a dumpling; years are the wrapper, and experiences are the filling. If one lacks experience but pretends to be mature, the truth will eventually show. Experience is wealth.
Actively helping others is an expression of love. Love can change a person and even create miracles. Perhaps your outstretched hand can help someone change the course of their life. When you have the ability, do not refuse to offer help. What seems trivial to you may have a profound impact on the recipient. Imagine if you were the one in need; would you not hope for someone to extend a helping hand?
