No matter where you go, always silently recite these three words before leaving, don’t dismiss it.

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Ming Dynasty scholar Luo Nian'an once said: "The human heart is as winding as the water, and worldly affairs pile up like layers of mountains."

Life is hard; many people have to leave their hometowns to make a living.

After wandering around for half of your life, you will find that the outside world is much more complicated than home.

As one reaches middle age, they have already become the cornerstone of the family, and really cannot afford any kind of disturbance or accident.

So no matter where you go, remember to silently recite these 3 words, which can not only heal yourself but also make your life more smooth.【WeChat Official Account: Laozi's Tao Te Ching】

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In "Caigen Tan" it says: "In dealing with the world, letting go is to rise higher, stepping back is to move forward."

When going out, it is important to treat others with courtesy and a generous attitude.

Although you may suffer a loss temporarily, you can win back people's hearts and make everything go smoothly for yourself.

During the Qing Dynasty, Zhang Ying was an imperial scholar of his time. His son, Zhang Tingyu, soon also passed the imperial examination and gained favor from the emperor.

Later, in the third generation of the Zhang family, someone ranked third in Class 1A in high school.

Upon learning this news, Zhang Tingyu immediately requested to see Emperor Yongzheng and asked to give up his position as the top scholar to someone else.

Yongzheng did not understand and said, "I select talents impartially, why do you have this misconception, dear minister."

Zhang Tingyu replied, "The triennial palace examination is an event that everyone eagerly anticipates, hoping to make a name for themselves on the golden list at this moment."

I have already received great kindness, and now my son has achieved a high rank as well. I am afraid that this might hinder other talented scholars from advancing, and I feel uneasy about it in my heart.

After Emperor Yongzheng listened, his appreciation for Zhang Tingyu grew even stronger. He immediately agreed to his request. Afterwards, he began to utilize Zhang Tingyu even more, and the Zhang family flourished greatly during the Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong reigns.

In the book "Caigen Tan," it is said: "When the taste is strong, reduce it by three points for people to eat; when the path is narrow, leave one step for people to walk."

Many of life's difficulties sometimes stem from the word "struggle".

Fighting to win, fighting over superiority, fighting for face, engaging in endless arguments ultimately lead to getting into trouble.

On the contrary, those who know how to give meaningless victories to others, are the ones who can laugh at the end.

So in interpersonal relationships, it is better to take a small loss than to incur a great grievance, and try to make others feel comfortable as much as possible.

How others treat you is a matter of causality; how you treat others is a reflection of your own practice.

Learn to take appropriate losses, make concessions in moderation, yield at the right time, keep a clear and relaxed mindset, then you can live in peace and be content with yourself.

"Be cautious and cultivate blessings."

The Master said, "Talk little, do much, and keep away from fault-finding. This is where your salary lies."

Consciousness means speaking less and making fewer mistakes, doing things with fewer regrets, then one can lead a smooth and worry-free life.

Life's advance and retreat, fortune and misfortune, all come down to one word: caution.

People often say that Zhuge Liang was always cautious in his life, but he entrusted Jingzhou to Guan Yu, gave Jiaping to Ma Su, and entrusted the supply of grain and grass to Li Yan, which ultimately led to several major defeats and resulted in heavy losses of troops and generals.

It can be said that in the Three Kingdoms period, when it comes to "caution," Zhuge Liang is far inferior to Sima Yi.

When Cao Cao suspected him, Sima Yi pretended to be bedridden as an adult, and eventually passed the test, allowing him to regain favor after Cao Cao's death.

Cao Zhi and Cao Pi competed for the position of heir apparent, while Sima Yi, though favoring Cao Pi, never publicly proclaimed his stance.

When facing off against Zhuge Liang on the battlefield, no matter how Zhuge Liang tried to provoke him, Sima Yi avoided the battle and eventually wore Zhuge Liang down, thus turning the tide of the war with this decisive battle.

Relying on the strategy represented by the word "慎" (meaning cautious), Sima Yi ultimately emerged as the victor, successfully seizing power from the Cao family.

Life is like a chessboard. Once you make a move, there is no turning back. If you make a wrong move, you will lose everything.

When we are out, we need to be cautious with every step we take.

Think carefully when speaking, consider the occasion, timing, and audience, do not speak recklessly, and avoid being tactless.

When working, one should be disciplined and self-controlled, consider whether it is right or appropriate, not harbor any luck, and refrain from indulging in misconduct.

As the "Book of Rites" says, "In carrying out important matters, one must be cautious from beginning to end."

The world is vast, with many people, but what truly helps you achieve success rests in the practice of being "cautious."

This is the duty of being a person, as well as the principle of conduct for humanity, bringing benefits without causing harm.

In the future, one should speak and act cautiously in front of others, and reflect more on oneself behind their backs, in order to walk more steadily on the road of life.

放：养心性 translates to "let go: cultivate a carefree mind" in English.

In the "Tao Te Ching", it is said: "The Tao does nothing, but there is nothing that it does not do."

The Way of Nature is to act without acting, allowing one to achieve everything effortlessly.

Just as letting go is a way of picking up; abandoning is also a kind of reward.

The world is tough, and many attachments and troubles arise from disturbing oneself unnecessarily.

What cannot be let go of becomes a worry; what can be let go of becomes tranquility.

In ancient times, there was a man named Meng Min who went to the market to sell clay pots, but halfway there, he accidentally dropped and broke the clay pots.

Faced with such misfortune, Meng Min did not wallow in regret over the shattered debris on the ground. Instead, she left without looking back.

A passerby happened to walk by and called out to Meng Min, asking, "Why don't you turn back and take a look?"

Meng Min calmly said, "It's already broken, looking at it again won't help."

The famous person saw Meng Min being able to pick up and let go, so he developed an appreciation for him, and then advised him to pursue further studies.

Meng Min readily accepted the offer, and more than ten years later, Meng Min's reputation soared, even the imperial court repeatedly summoned him for official positions.

In life, everyone will have regrets and failures, and often dwell on them.

Little do we know that only by walking forward without looking sideways like Meng Min are we able to reap things of greater value than a "clay pot".

The phrase is: "Those who care will feel burdened, those who don't care will not be affected."

As one reaches middle age, the recklessness of youth is long gone. One deeply understands the limitations of human effort, and realizes that life is often filled with dissatisfaction and challenges.

Rather than letting them affect your emotions by keeping them in your mind, it is better to accept impermanence. You have the ability to pick up and the wisdom to let go.

Unclench your hands, open your heart. The burdens on your shoulders will no longer feel heavy, and the painful past will no longer hurt.

The quality of our days depends on this one thought. We should not indulge or fear when facing challenges, only then can our mind and heart be at ease.

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The ancients said: "One's character is shown in their actions, and their true feelings are hidden in their heart."

The quality of a person's life is hidden in their reactions to things.

In the middle age, working from nine to six, rushing around with their own responsibilities and commitments.

Therefore, every time you travel, be prepared, cultivate yourself in various habits, and become your own guide.

Shine on what you are looking at, life is not easy, but please believe that when you understand these three words, life can be peaceful and joyful, and the journey of life can also become smoother. [WeChat Official Account: Laozi's Dao De Jing]

*Author: Daoist Laozi Source: Dao De Jing by Laozi

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