46. We often lament the wasting of our youth—a period of self-importance mixed with clumsiness. In those years, there were laughter and tears; though we may not have hurt others, we were often hurt by them, leading to inevitable despondency and sorrow. As the saying goes, "To carry a backpack is to be a traveler; to set down your burdens is to find home." In truth, everyone knows that life offers no absolute stability. Since we are all merely passing through, we should carry a heart of composure and detachment, walking through the winding years and watching the rise and fall of the world with a smile.
47. The greatest failure in life is to give up.
48. We often believe we love someone so deeply that we would do anything for them.
49. Others may violate karma; they may harm, strike, or slander us. However, we must not hate them in return. Why? Because we must preserve an intact nature and a pure heart. When interacting with others, ask yourself: "What benefit can I bring to them?" If I cannot use my moral character or spiritual cultivation to benefit others, it is as if I have incurred a debt.
50. Those who sow in tears will reap in joy.
51. To chant the Buddha's name, one must have true faith and earnest vows. Must be respectful and sincere. Must listen attentively. Must possess the heart to deliver all sentient beings. Must abstain from killing and protect life. Must be vegetarian. Must commit no evil and practice all good. Must constantly reflect; if an unwholesome thought arises, it must be extinguished immediately. If a wholesome thought arises, it must be expanded. Even if one cannot fully achieve this, the intention must never be absent. Practicing kindness in thought, speech, and action is the way to govern the body and mind. Such is a true disciple of the Buddha.
52. Life is like a dream, and time is relentless. Looking back, living is essentially a state of mind. Whether rich or poor, whether gaining or losing, everything is like drifting clouds. If you can remain optimistic, no matter if it is yesterday, today, or tomorrow, it will be a beautiful day.
53. Know when to advance or retreat, and understand gain and loss. The path of life is winding and full of hidden currents. One must move forward when it is time and step back when necessary. Many things are matters of fate—to gain them is luck, to lose them is destiny. We should not be swayed by external things or personal sorrows.
54. Do not take shortcuts, or you will end up running in vain. Do not take the long way around, or you will be late. Do not follow the wrong path, or you will end up in prison. Do not follow the underworld, or you will face violence. If you want something, do not skimp on the effort. If you want something, you must curb your impatience. Do not seek rewards; what is meant to be will come. When the heart is calm, there is no worry.
55. From the age of [xx], every choice you make should ensure that you are happier than you are now!
56. If memory were a can of food, mine would never expire; if it must have a date, I hope it is ten thousand years away.
57. Sometimes, your inaction leads to others' confusion; sometimes, your refusal leads to others' blame. No one pays much attention to how much of your time you sacrifice for others, nor do they care how much mental energy you exhaust for them. Even fewer will consider: Are you too tired? Do you need a rest?
58. Honest speech is often not magnificent, while speech that pursues magnificence is often dishonest. Kind people do not make excuses, and those who make excuses are rarely kind. Having true knowledge does not necessarily mean having vast experience.
59. Although I close my eyes and cannot see myself, I can see you.
60. Among brothers and nephews, one must distinguish between those who need more care and those who need less.
