Without understanding the true meaning of Buddhism, blindly chanting without a clear goal, even after years of practice, one's discrimination and attachment remain unchanged. Where is the true Buddha? A clear and quiet mind is the Buddha. What is a clear and quiet mind? It is the use of wisdom to let go of all attachments.
Setbacks are essentially the tuition fee that should be paid on the path to success.
There are typically only two types of failures: those who listen to no one, and those who listen to everyone.
If you desire success, remember the following principles: Start with zero inheritance, prioritize honesty first, learning second, politeness third, diligence fourth, and shrewdness fifth. A complete life should possess the "Three Sensations": a sense of mission, a sense of loss, and a sense of crisis.
Practical experience shows that if parents lack authority, even with a serious attitude and rigorous education, children will likely treat their words as noise. Conversely, if parents have authority, they need not explain much, and children will obey commands. Therefore, the key to effective family education lies in establishing and maintaining parental authority, which is the foundation of educating children.
In contrast, some men place their focus entirely on work, believing that earning money is the only way to solidify a romantic relationship.
Marrying just for the sake of marriage is a tragedy. Selling love for money or power is a disgrace in life. Those who adopt short-term behaviors in marriage will inevitably receive painful returns. Only the union of soul and body, along with the psychological preparation for a lifelong commitment, can lead to a happy and fulfilling marriage.