Wise Words to Awaken the World – Every Sentence is a Classic

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Wise words that enlighten the world; every sentence is a classic. For big and difficult tasks, it’s the willingness to take responsibility that matters； In good times and bad, it’s one’s mindset that counts ； Whether happy or angry, it depends on self-restraint ； You gain something only by giving something up; it takes wisdom to know what to give ； Success or failure depends on perseverance. If your heart is small, every little thing seems big ； When one’s heart becomes broader, all big matters seem insignificant ； Remaining indifferent to the vicissitudes of the world, the heart remains at peace. Enlarge one’s heart to embrace all things in the world; empty one’s heart to cherish all goodness in the world; balance one’s heart to consider matters of the world; calm one’s heart to observe the principles of the world; stabilize one’s heart to respond to changes in the world. There are things to do and things not to do; one should know what is sufficient and what is not ； Courage is hidden within, while kindness appears on the face ； Talent is shown in actions, while loyalty is demonstrated toward others. Take the right path, let go of careless actions, make friends who follow the right principles, break off ties with those who are unrighteous, drink pure tea, abstain from intoxicating drinks, open the door to wisdom, and shut up those who speak nonsense. Let things take their natural course ； Stay calm in the face of challenges ； Stay calm in moments of triumph ； Stay composed in times of disappointment ； Hardships and twists are inevitable ； Having gone through many vicissitudes, one gains enlightenment. This world is not a world for the rich, nor for the poor; it is a world for those with purpose. It’s your luck to have someone helping you ； It is a fair fate that no one will help you. No one should do anything for you, because life is yours own and you are responsible for it. Some animals are valuable mainly for their fur, such as foxes ； Some animals are valuable mainly for their meat, such as cows ； For some animals, it’s mainly the bones that are valuable, such as humans. Humble people use diplomas to motivate themselves, while insecure people use them to show off. Morality endures forever, while wealth changes hands every day. In life, one should find good teachers and make beneficial friends, keep a distance from harmful ones, as well; unfiable companions can also be important companions on the journey of life. Do the right thing, understand the principles of being a person, master the art of strategizing, and acquire the skills to get things done ； Speak in a way that is pleasant to hear; be understanding, worldly-wise, and courteous. One must endure hardships to become superior to others. Only by enduring difficulties and hardships can one achieve success in their career and lead a fulfilling life. It involves suffering and making sacrifices. Letting go is magnanimity; letting go is wisdom; letting go is a state of mind. Consciously cultivate two habits: reading good books and listening to speeches. The times are changing rapidly, and the world is evolving constantly; those who do not learn or think will be left behind by the times. Always adhere to two principles: be honest at the individual level, and abide by laws and regulations at the broader level. Before taking action, first consider whether one’s conscience is at peace, and second, assess the costs of breaking laws and regulations. An examination of gains and losses, of pros and cons, of when to advance and when to retreat. Aim for two extremes: maximize one’s potential and prolong life to its utmost limit. In life, there are two things to do: be grateful and build connections. It is the foundation of career success. In life, one must get past two hurdles: emotions and money. Talking about money among friends and family can damage relationships ； Talking about relationships between men and women can easily cost money. In life, one must breathe two kinds of breath: one is the breath of life, and the other is the breath of the spirit. It’s about one’s fate and integrity. Qi is an important support for humans. In life, one must know how to do two things: make money and think. Those who can think earn money; with smart efforts and hard work, life becomes fulfilling and wonderful. Two basic principles in life: be a bit careless, and be carefree. If it can be worry-free, then let it be; just take good care of your heart. Two states of life: making a living, and enjoying life. Earning a living is passive; enjoying life is active. There are two types of people in the world who can attain joy and happiness: those who do good deeds and avoid committing sins, and those who commit sins but know to repent. There are two things in life that cannot wait: doing good deeds and fulfilling one’s filial duties. Three loves in life: love oneself, love loved ones, and love **. A life that is positive rather than negative will be glorious. Three selves: believe in yourself, develop yourself, and achieve yourself. There are three stages in life: caring for oneself, caring for family and friends, and caring for society. The three major pitfalls in life: carelessness, naivety, and greed. The three major obstacles in life are complacency, arrogance, and naivety. The three great sorrows of life are: failing to learn when a good teacher is available, failing to make friends when a good one is present, and failing to seize an opportunity when it arises. The three greatest sufferings in life are: not getting what one desires, finding that what one gets isn’t worth much after all, and realizing how to cherish something only after losing it. Three key steps to a successful life: attaining enlightenment ； Make a vow ； Cultivate oneself. There are three major choices in life: faith, for it guides you throughout your entire life ； Spouse, because he will be with you for a lifetime ； A career, because he will take care of you for a lifetime. The three biggest regrets in life: not knowing how to choose ； Do not insist on making a choice ； Keep choosing. Three refrains from fighting: do not fight with gentlemen over reputation, do not fight with villains over profit, and do not fight with heaven and earth over skill. Three non-competitions: Do not compete with superiors for dominance, do not compete with peers for favor, and do not compete with subordinates for credit. Three practices: See things clearly and think rationally; be able to take things up and let them go; stand upright and act steadily. Learn the three joys: joy in helping others, joy in contentment, and joy in finding happiness within oneself. Do not punish yourself for others’ mistakes, do not punish others for your own mistakes, and do not punish yourself for your own mistakes. There are three stages in life: the first is “to climb alone to a high tower and gaze across the entire horizon”” ； Second is, “I’ll never regret growing thinner for her sake; I’m willing to become haggard for her love.”” ； Third is “When I look back suddenly, that person is there in the dim light.” There are three sufferings in life: The first suffering is that you cannot get what you desire, and therefore you suffer. Second suffering: You’ve obtained it, but it’s nothing special; thus, you feel pain. The Three Sorrows ； You gave up easily, only to realize later that it was actually so important in your life, which is why you feel pain. There are three states in life: 1. Spending one’s life together with a loved one, supporting each other through thick and thin ； 2. Find a partner to argue with and spend one’s life together ； 3. Spend a lifetime alone. Diligence can make up for lack of talent, frugality fosters integrity, and tranquility leads to insight ； Three mistakes in life: striving for perfection, expecting flawlessness, and demanding completeness ； Three changes in life: joy turns to sorrow, trouble arises out of nothing, and hope emerges in despair ； Three steps in life: failing time and again, trying again despite failures, and talking the talk without taking action. Three principles for dealing with the world: be more humble, more polite, and more indifferent. The three principles of self-cultivation: be quieter, be more charitable, and be more composed. The three keys to family life: be happier, more humorous, and more considerate. The three principles of diet: be more balanced, moderate, and light. The three principles for doing things: be more knowledgeable, be more honest, and be more responsible. There are three things one shouldn’t force through: spending money, drinking alcohol, and marriage.