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Understanding People's True Character through the Wisdom of Confucius

The Challenge of Understanding People's True Intentions Counting people can be challenging because of pretense. A person's heart can be more devious than mountains and rivers, and it's harder to know their true intentions than to predict the weather. The sky is vast and open, but a person's mind can be opaque and complicated, with many hidden motives that defy easy analysis. Someone who appears ..

2023. 3. 26. 09:36
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Lessons from Mencius: Enduring Criticism and Finding Fulfillment in Life

Living on Your Own Terms with Mencius' Wisdom Endure harsh criticism. Sometimes, you may receive unexpected praise and honor, while at other times, you may try to uphold your integrity, but suffer from harsh slander and attacks. What should you do when you only hear criticism? Don't let other people's opinions or society's evaluations sway you, and live the way you want to. Living life on your o..

2023. 2. 21. 23:09
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Unlocking the Power of 6: Plato's Secrets to Building and Maintaining Great Relationships

Plato's Advice on Navigating the Complexity of Human Relationships It is one of the quotes left by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato - human relationships are constantly changing. We may be very close now, but what will happen in a few years is uncertain. No relationship can last forever. Despite my intentions, you may experience a lot of loss, so be careful. Everyone is selfish, and therefore..

2023. 2. 21. 21:26
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The Illusion of Reputation: Why Worrying About What Others Think Will Only Hold You Back

Don't Mind Your Reputation Never mind your reputation. Everyone wants to know what other people think of them. They want to be remembered well, thought of as a little bit good, and included in important human injustices, but their reputation is too much for them. It is not good to pay too much attention and listen carefully to what others say because human beings do not always evaluate correctly..

2023. 2. 21. 02:50
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Schopenhauer's Philosophy: Wisdom for Navigating Human Relationships

The Importance of Independence and Self-Awareness in Human Relationships Schopenhauer said: “Do not place your prospects on others. Numerous people feel unhappy because they put too important anticipation on others.” Each person is unique and independent. A wise person does not try to change others to fit their solicitations. It's hard to change a person's nature, indeed if they try. A truly wis..

2023. 2. 20. 23:09
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What does it mean to be alone

Social life until you become an adult Humans come into the world alone and die alone in the end. Numerous relationships between life and death are newly created and sometimes disappear soon after. Life begins with the first relationship with your parents the moment you come into the world. In childhood, since you cannot do anything alone, you depend on your parents for everything. Therefore, the..

2023. 2. 20. 19:03