Truly blessed individuals always have a positive attitude toward life. They have high ethical standards for themselves, understanding the importance of self-discipline and proper moral conduct.
They never do anything that goes against their conscience or things that they shouldn’t. And there are three things they avoid.
Avoid these things for a blessed and peaceful life
1. People who lack moral character
One’s character is the foundation of their life. Whether it’s in one’s personal conduct or choice of friends, a person’s character is the most important standard for a blessed life. Therefore, one should behave properly and be sure not to make friends with unethical people.
Some people have friends who are insincere or inconsiderate. These types of people might be unreliable in times of trouble and may even take advantage of others. Those who are blessed know that it’s best to keep such people at a distance.
2. Ill-gotten gains
As the ancients said: “A noble person obtains wealth in an upright and just way.” As a blessed person, you should do things honestly and have a clear conscience.
However, nowadays, some people cheat others and use underhanded means to make money, damaging their reputations in the process. Making money through improper means not only fails to bring a sense of achievement, but it can also lead to unpleasant consequences and cause great pain.
Be a big-hearted person and avoid actions that could harm others or that involve unethical money-making opportunities. The way to have peace of mind is to possess a clear conscience. With this, there is nothing to be afraid of in life.
3. Extramarital affairs
In this life, you must be responsible for your own life, your future, and your family. Once you lose your sense of responsibility, it becomes easy to act according to your own desires. Thus, you may be easily tempted by extramarital relationships. This will ultimately lead to the destruction of your family, making it difficult for you to find happiness or success in the future.
Only by being responsible and avoiding extramarital affairs can you live a blessed life. Live a healthy life to have a good life. Following upright principles will bring blessings.
Avoid these people
Older people have gained a lot of life experience and understand how fickle people can be. They know what is good and bad, and what is true and false. Having less life in front of them than behind them, they choose not to waste their time and energy on people who are not worth it. If you are prudent, you will learn from their wisdom and choose to avoid these types of people, too. Otherwise, you could be inviting troubles and disputes into your life.
1. Hypocritical or insincere people
People who befriend you with ulterior motives or want something from you are not real friends. These types of relationships will only leave you feeling disappointed or betrayed in the end.
Letting people like that into your life is like inviting wolves into your home. It is better to cut ties with them as soon as possible to prevent potential problems in the future.
2. People who create drama
There are people who enjoy watching the drama unfold and even take pleasure in other people’s misfortune. They like to gossip and spread rumors about others. They will talk about other people’s private matters and flaws and cannot stand to see others doing well.
If you frequently associate with them or invite them to your home, you are asking for trouble. They will gossip behind your back, or could even criticize or mock your personal matters. Therefore, it is best to stay away from such people and avoid any contact with them.
3. The ungrateful
People who don’t know how to be grateful are some of the worst friends you can have. These individuals do not remember your kindness or show any gratitude toward it. They believe that any help or support you provide is something they are entitled to, and they never think about returning the favor. If you refuse their requests once, they immediately start badmouthing you behind your back and spreading rumors about you.
Having such people in your life is like inviting trouble and heartache. They will only show up when they need something from you, and once they have gotten what they want, they will disappear without a second thought. If they ever visit your home, they will demand things from you, exploit your kindness, and even take advantage of you.
In order to lead a blessed and peaceful life, it is essential to surround yourself with the right people and avoid those who do not deserve your time and energy. Stay away from ungrateful individuals and keep your focus on those who appreciate your kindness and return it in kind. By doing so, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you are surrounded by genuine and caring individuals who truly value you.
Translated by Elaine
