We can be polite to everyone, but we must never be kind to everyone, because this world is driven by self-interest, not kindness
Some things you need to learn to borrow rather than accumulate, but remember: if you borrow well and return promptly, you will be able to borrow again without difficulty.
People are purpose-first creatures. Anyone who approaches you has their own purpose, and every word they say to you is intended to achieve their purpose, not to serve your interests.
When interacting with people, if you find that the other person is neither warm nor cold toward you, don't ask why, because there are only two possible reasons: either your values and outlook are incompatible with theirs, or you have no value that they can make use of
If you feel that your family members are lacking in perspective, standing, and understanding, then when making major decisions, be sure not to consult them. However, you should still fully demonstrate your immense respect for your family
No matter your age, don't enter a state of merely passing the time. In any case, find something to do, because wasting time leads to boredom, boredom produces a negative mindset, and negativity at its extreme can make you feel that life is worse than death
Don't be moved every day by your own low-value efforts. Some so-called effort is actually laziness, stupidity, and a lack of ambition.
In fact, 99% of people have neither sustained perseverance nor self-control. If you do, your probability of coming out ahead is 99%
Life is paramount. Never do something so foolish as risking your life for money, like a man dying for wealth or a bird dying for food. Instead, always remember: as long as the green hills remain, there will always be firewood to burn.
Never wait until you have completely mastered something before doing it, because nothing in this world can ever be completely mastered. Even a century-old establishment must keep learning and gaining insight in order to keep improving.
If there is something you cannot say, then do not say it at all. If you can say it, say it plainly. Do not make others guess everything; everyone is busy and has no time to guess what is going on in your head.
For every major decision, be sure to wait until the next day before deciding. Once you have made your choice, stop agonizing over it and just get on with it.
What is known as awakening is the wisdom and good fortune one gains after running into a wall. So do not try to persuade anyone through endless talking. You should understand that people cannot be taught by words; experience teaches them in an instant.
Without a connection of shared interests, there can be no true empathy. Whatever happens to you, no matter how significant it is, others will basically forget it as soon as they turn away after hearing about it.
No one is a savior. You cannot persuade anyone, nor can you change anyone. The only meaning and task of your life is to keep changing yourself, because the only law in this world is survival of the fittest.
The two moments that can make you grow up instantly are losing the person you love most and losing the person who loves you most.
For anyone who makes you unhappy, there is no need to get entangled with them. Just leave and go do your own thing. Part ways in peace, and may each of you find your own happiness.
At thirty, you should be established. From now on, remember these 4 things: do not attend drinking parties with fair-weather friends, do not wait for someone who does not love you, do not ingratiate yourself with relatives or friends who look down on you, and do not make friends with insincere people.