"Cai Gen Tan": "In life, one step is a step forward, and a step back is the basis of progress; treating others with kindness is a blessing, and benefiting others is the foundation of self-interest."

Truly valuable A cultivated person will always take a step back when encountering problems, because giving in means leaving room for the future;

Those who treat others with kindness and generosity are the ones who are blessed, because being convenient to others means being friendly to oneself. convenient.

There is a little story about Zuo Zongtang:

He likes to play Go very much, and his level is quite high.

When Zuo Zongtang was on patrol incognito, he saw a thatched house with a plaque hanging on the beam that read: "The best chess player in the world." Zuo Zongtang was very unconvinced. I want to compete with my master.

After three games, the host lost. Zuo Zongtang laughed and said, "You can take off the plaque!"

After that, Zuo Zongtang swaggered Gone.

Not long after, Zuo Zongtang returned to the court with his troops and happened to pass by this place. Zuo Zongtang was curious whether the plaque of this thatched house was still there. When he got closer, he saw that the plaque was still prominently displayed. There, Zuo Zongtang immediately approached the room and played three more games of chess with the host.

This time, Zuo Zongtang lost all three sets.

Zuo Zongtang was very surprised and asked the owner why?

The master replied:

"Last time, you had a mission and had to lead the troops to fight. I couldn't dampen your spirit. Now that you have returned victorious, of course I will do my best. Go ahead and do your best!”

A real master can win, but he doesn’t necessarily have to win. Being able to win and choosing not to win sometimes is a cultivation rooted in the heart.

Being with cultured people is like listening to soothing music or drinking a cup of mellow hot tea, which is very comfortable.