When life goes smoothly, it’s easy to fall into bad habits. That’s why it’s essential to keep an eye on three key behaviors that, if neglected, can quickly steer you toward disaster. During times of prosperity and calm, it’s not just a good idea, but it’s essential to stay vigilant, for it’s in these peaceful ...
In the political arena of the mid-Tang Dynasty, Li Bi was a somewhat mysterious figure. He served four Emperors: Emperor Xuanzong, Emperor Suzong, Emperor Daizong, and Emperor Dezong. This period was disastrous, with treacherous ministers in power and vassal towns out of control. Li Bi’s longevity can be attributed to two principles Many ministers died ...
Guo Zizhang, the mayor of Jianning City, had always been capable since he took office. Once on his way to report to a new post, Guo Zizhang passed through a scenic spot, so he ordered the sedan chair to stop. He stepped out of the chair to enjoy the scenery when a monkey caught his ...
In a small village, there lived a family that was often at the mercy of their neighbors’ hostility. The father, a gentle soul, was frequently bullied by the villagers, leaving the mother and family to fend off the aggression as best they could. The most severe of these bullies were the neighbors across the street, ...
The “golden cicada shedding its shell” refers to its growth process, which sheds or molts its outer shell. It can be used metaphorically to describe how people can cleverly escape a situation by using deception. In times of crisis, employing the “golden cicada shedding its shell” strategy can often turn a dangerous situation into a ...
The Battle of Handan, the capital city of Zhao, began in 259 B.C. and concluded in 257 B.C. During this time, Qin besieged Handan, and the king of Zhao had to seek help from Wei and Chu. The following story about Mao Sui showcases how the States of Chu and Zhao became part of the vertical ...
Some parents say: “My kid is not a big reader,” or “I can’t get them to read.” But have you ever thought that the problem may be the books you’re giving them or the ones you read yourself? Some books are not engaging to readers; they don’t speak to you. Only living books talk to ...
Living a life based on the principles of integrity and truthfulness, that is, being honest and not telling lies, should be the norm for a stable society. The perils for all humanity in a world smothered in universal deceit “In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” The author of ...
You’ve probably heard of the idiom “to open a Pandora’s box.” It means doing something that brings unforeseen consequences or causes many problems that didn’t exist before. According to Greek mythology, Pandora was the first woman created by the Greek gods to punish humans. But why would the gods want to punish humanity? Why was ...
In the annals of history, tales of wisdom and justice often stand out, not just for their moral lessons but for their testament to the human capacity for discernment and fairness. One such story revolves around Zhang Zhidong, a high-ranking Qing Dynasty official known for his unorthodox methods of understanding the pulse of the people ...
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