There are three keys to life: acceptance, turning around, and letting go

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Life is like a roller coaster, with lows and highs; similarly, everyone’s life has good times and bad times, and it’s not possible to face only difficulties all the time； Life has peaks as well as lows; it’s not possible to be in a low point at every moment. If we become arrogant in times of success or prosperity, and sink low in times of adversity or hardship, it is a shallow way of living. And when faced with setbacks, if one merely complains and gets angry, then one is doomed to remain weak forever. The sorrows of life are intertwined with gains and losses, accompanied by right and wrong, and coexist with success and failure. The true meaning of happiness lies not always in rejoicing when things go well, but in remaining calm after losing them. The way you think in life is likely to determine the course of your life. If you master these three keys to life, you will be much more at ease and happy! http://p3.pstatp.com/large/pgc-image/RZ6nqzK98Pozu7 The first key: acceptance. Living in this world, we all understand that there are no smooth paths in life; rather, it’s more like a winding path full of obstacles. But when you’re in trouble, you can feel disappointed or complain, but you should rather learn to accept it and then find a way to get out of the situation, rather than blaming others. Remember, life will not change just because you complain, and your life certainly won’t change due to your sadness. Whether you complain or not, life remains the same; whether you are worried or not, life still stays unchanged. On the contrary, the more you complain, the more you worry about yourself; the more you feel melancholic, the more trouble you create for yourself. http://p1.pstatp.com/large/pgc-image/RKbjANIGxEDLr7 In a person’s life, any suffering, as long as it does not involve ending one’s life as a solution, is a test imposed upon us by heaven. He who is to bear a great responsibility must first have his will tested, his muscles and bones strained, and his body starved... These hardships will surely become the most precious experiences and assets. In life, happiness lasts a lifetime, and so does sorrow; why not embrace a positive attitude, learn to accept things, and maintain an optimistic outlook on life? View suffering as a part of life’s landscape, and spend the rest of your days with greater calmness and serenity. http://p1.pstatp.com/large/pgc-image/RZ6nqzbFB2KEcu The second key: turning. As the saying goes, many of life’s pains stem from blind persistence. In this world, nothing is unattainable; only things that don’t belong to you. In life, right and wrong are inherent; worrying too much only brings trouble to oneself. The heart is like a field – happiness must be cultivated by one’s own efforts. When the heart is unhappy, it’s worth trying to change course. It’s hard to see through people’s hearts; you can’t do so just by asking. Things in the world aren’t perfect either; you can’t achieve perfection just by trying hard. Many times, it’s not the case that just because you’re kind enough, everyone will know how to be grateful; nor is it true that just because you give everything you have, everyone will understand the value of it. The reality is that there will always be people who trample on your kindness, ignore your efforts, and betray your sincerity. A person who is overly obsessed harms only themselves. A person who cares too much is only hurting themselves. A person who thinks too much only tires themselves. If one chases too much, it is oneself who gets tired. ...... On the journey of life, it’s worth trying to make a change, to take losses lightly, to treat oneself kindly, not to cause trouble for others, and to forgive oneself as well. http://p3.pstatp.com/large/pgc-image/RK2g3DpFkeuckQ If there is no response, learn to move on; let go of those feelings that don’t belong to you. Cherish what you have, and don’t feel regretful when you lose it. If one is overly obsessed and cares too much, the pleasures of life are reduced by half; it’s better to take things lightly to achieve peace of mind. Life is not easy in the first place; why cling so tightly to things and torment oneself? When it’s time to turn, one must know how to do so; when the mind is tired, one should take a break and relax, and when the body is tired, one should rest properly. Change your mindset, live differently; if you can’t get it, don’t want it; if you can’t accept it, then don’t think about it. There are things that the more you keep in mind, the more painful they become; there are people whom the more you persist in pursuing, the deeper the hurt they cause you. When living in this world, if one path doesn’t work, one chooses another. Obstacles are inevitable in life; rather than wallowing in self-pity, it’s better to find a way forward. Adversities are part of life, and instead of dwelling on them, it’s better to take a more relaxed attitude. When faced with problems, don’t get stuck in details; don’t persist when it’s time to turn away, and don’t dwell on things when it’s time to forget them. When things don’t go as planned, choose to face them with a smile; when fate is not on our side, choose to take it lightly. Be someone who is truly responsible for life and for oneself, cherish the present moment, and make the most of the happiness we have! http://p1.pstatp.com/large/pgc-image/RZERmyjBJ3tL64 The third key: Let go. Life is full of uncertainties, and human hearts are complex. Many things cannot be done just because you want to; many things cannot be obtained just because you desire them. Many people can’t be kept if you just want to keep them. Don’t take everything so seriously. The worst thing in life is to want to hold onto everything, yet to be unable to grasp anything. Once the tea has cooled down, stop adding more water to it; otherwise, it won’t have the same taste anymore. Once the person has left, there’s no need to keep them around; staying would not bring back the same feelings. When the feelings are gone, stop reflecting on them; if you do, it won’t be the same feelings anymore. Over time, everything will move further away; gradually, it will all fade away. When you have something, cherish it dearly; once it’s gone, offer silent blessings. On the journey of life, no one is meant to accompany you to the end. There’s no need to be too persistent; what is meant to happen will happen, and those who are meant to leave cannot be held back. Let go of your attachments – going with the flow is the best way to live. No matter how good something is, if you hold on to it too tightly, you will eventually get tired. For what you once had, you should feel grateful; for the beauty you missed, you need to learn to let go. You must learn to endure mental stress. In life today, one must love with sincerity; for the happiness one possesses, one must learn to cherish it. Only when one realizes the value of what has been lost and avoids the pain that comes from unrequited love can true happiness arrive.