No matter where you go, remember to silently recite these 3 words before leaving, don’t take it lightly.

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The Ming Dynasty scholar Luo Nian'an once said: "The human heart is winding like water, and the affairs of the world are layered like mountains."

Life is tough, many people have to leave their hometowns to make a living.

After leaving home for half a lifetime, one will discover that the outside world is much more complicated than at home.

As one reaches middle age, they have already become the main pillar of the family and really cannot afford any sort of trouble or accidents.

So no matter where you go, remember to silently recite these 3 words, not only can they heal yourself, but also make your life smoother. [WeChat Official Account: Laozi Tao Te Ching]

This phrase in Chinese translates to "to create and maintain popularity or a following."

In "Caigen Tan", it says: "In dealing with the world, stepping back is a form of advancement - this is the principle of Zhang Ben."

When going out, one should treat others with courtesy and a generous attitude.

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

During the Qing Dynasty, Zhang Ying was a successful imperial scholar. Soon after, his son Zhang Tingyu also passed the imperial examination and gained favor from the emperor.

Later, the third generation of the Zhang family also had someone who ranked third in the top three of their high school class.

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

Yongzheng was puzzled and said, "I select officials based on their talents and integrity. Why are you doing this, my dear minister?"

Zhang Tingyu replied, "Everyone eagerly hopes to make it to the top of the list in the once-every-three-years imperial examination."

I have already received great favor, and now my son has also passed the imperial examination of the highest rank. I am afraid that this will hinder the advancement of other poor scholars in the world, and I am truly uneasy in my heart.

After Emperor Yongzheng listened, he grew to appreciate Zhang Tingyu even more, and immediately granted his request. Afterwards, he began to use Zhang Tingyu even more, and the Zhang family thrived greatly during the Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong eras.

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

Many of life's difficulties often arise from the word "conflict."

Arguing over winning or losing, arguing over high or low, arguing over face, arguing back and forth, ultimately leads to getting oneself into trouble.

On the contrary, those who know how to give meaningless victories to the other side can laugh last.

Therefore, in interpersonal relationships, it is better to take a small loss than to stir up great resentment, try to make others feel comfortable as much as possible.

How others treat you is a matter of cause and effect; how you treat others is related to your own spiritual practice.

Learn to take some losses appropriately, make concessions moderately, yield at the right time, look at things lightly, then you can live peacefully and be content with yourself.

Cautious, cultivate blessings.

The Master said: "Speak little and err less, regret your actions infrequently, and you will attain prosperity."

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

The path of life, whether to advance or retreat, to happiness or calamity, all lies in one word - caution.

People often say that Zhuge Liang was only cautious throughout his life, but he entrusted Jingzhou to Guan Yu, handed over Jiaping to Ma Su, and entrusted provisions to Li Yan, leading to several major defeats and casualties under his command.

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

When Cao Cao suspected him, Sima Yi pretended to be bedridden as an adult, ultimately enduring the probe and regaining favor after Cao Cao's death.

Cao Zhi and Cao Pi competed for the position of heir, and although Sima Yi favored Cao Pi, he never openly promoted his stance.

When facing Zhuge Liang in the battlefield, no matter how Zhuge Liang tried to provoke him, Sima Yi avoided battle and eventually wore down Zhuge Liang, thus establishing his dominance in that battle.

Relying on the careful planning represented by this character, Sima Yi ultimately emerged as the winner, successfully seizing control of the Cao family's domain.

Life is like a chessboard, once you make a move, do not regret it. If you make a wrong move, you will end up losing everything.

Therefore, when we are out and about, we must be extremely careful with every step we take.

When speaking, one should think carefully, consider the occasion, timing, and audience, and not speak recklessly or without restraint.

When doing things, one should discipline oneself, consider whether it should be done, whether it is appropriate, not harbor any luck, and not indulge in misconduct.

As the "Book of Rites" says, "When undertaking a major task, one must be cautious in its beginning and ending."

The world is big, with many people, but what truly allows you to accomplish things is the word "caution".

This is the duty of being a person, as well as the moral conscience of being human, bringing benefits without causing harm.

In the rest of my life, I should speak and act prudently in front of others, and reflect on myself more behind their backs, so that I can walk more steadily on the path of life.

"放" translates to "cultivating a tranquil mind" in English.

In the "Tao Te Ching", it is said: "The Tao never does, yet through it, all things are done."

The Way follows nature; one can act without effort and achieve anything.

Just as letting go is a form of picking up; abandoning is also a kind of gain.

The world is difficult, and much attachment and trouble are caused by people disturbing themselves unnecessarily.

What cannot be let go of becomes a worry, while what can be let go of becomes at ease.

During the Han Dynasty, a person named Meng Min was on his way to the market to sell pottery jars, but halfway there, he accidentally dropped and broke the jars.

Faced with such misfortune, Meng Min did not look back and regret at the broken and scattered debris, but just left without turning back.

A passerby happened to stop Meng Min and asked, "Why don't you turn around and take a look?"

Meng Min said calmly, "It's already broken, there's no point in looking at it again."

The gentleman saw Meng Min handle things with ease, so he developed an appreciation for him and advised him to seek knowledge.

Meng Min willingly accepted the offer. More than ten years later, Meng Min became well-known and even the imperial court repeatedly called him to serve as an official.

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

Little do we know, only by walking straight ahead like Meng Min without looking sideways, can we possibly gain something of greater value than a "clay jar."

The translation of the phrase "有心者有所累，无心者无所谓" in English is: "Those who care will feel burdened, while those who don't care will have no concerns."

As one enters middle age, the recklessness of youth has long been gone. They deeply understand the limitation of human effort, and come to realize that life's disappointments are just a common part of life.

Rather than letting them disturb our minds by constantly dwelling on them, it's better to accept the impermanence of things. We have the ability to pick things up and the wisdom to let things go.

Let go of your hands, open your heart. The burdens on your shoulders will no longer be heavy, and the past grievances will no longer hurt.

The good or bad of days lies in this one thought. If you don’t dwell on things and don’t fear, then you can be calm and your heart can be at ease.

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The ancient saying goes: "One's character is shown through their actions, and their true feelings are hidden in their heart."

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

When people reach middle age, they work from nine to six every day, rushing around with their own responsibilities and commitments.

Therefore, every time you travel, you need to be well-prepared, practice self-discipline in each habit, and become your own ferryman.

Illuminate while watching, life is not easy, but please believe, when you understand these three words, life can be peaceful and joyful, and the journey of life can also be smoother. [WeChat Official Account: Laozi Tao Te Ching]

*Author: Xiaoyaozi Source: Laozi's Tao Te Ching (LZDDJ-1)

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