Life Wisdom

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Scammers exist. It wasn’t until I met Feng Xiaogang and Fang Zhouzi that I became the person I am today, a fully mature person who can face the world. - Xiao Cui

Life is like climbing stairs; each step has its own challenges. Studying physics has its challenges, and studying comics has its challenges. If you don’t overcome the challenges, no matter how hard you try, you’ll just be treading water. So when you overcome the challenges, you’ll climb up and never come back down.

1. Temporary License Plate Usage Recommendations 🔗︎

  • Temporary License Plate Validity Period:
    • Temporary license plates are generally valid for two weeks.
    • You can apply for an extension, up to a maximum of three times.
  • Usage Recommendations:
    • Before officially registering the vehicle, you can use the temporary license plate to familiarize yourself with the vehicle’s performance and driving experience.
    • After becoming familiar with the vehicle, proceed with official registration.

2. Driving Precautions 🔗︎

  • Avoid Violations:
    • Do not cross solid lines.
    • Do not cross double yellow lines.
    • Do not run red lights.
  • Summary:
    • As long as you follow traffic rules, normal driving should not pose any issues.

Swimming 🔗︎

1 Flip your hand and glide slowly. When you reach the designated position, retract your hand and upper limbs.
2 Cover your ears with your hands.

1 Lift your head slowly. Expose… Push the water away quickly, and you can enter the water a little faster.
2 Be sure to spread your arms to reduce resistance.
3 Be sure to keep your head down so that your buttocks do not rise.
4 Retract your legs slowly, and retract your legs and kick.

Key Point 1: Do not breathe through your nose underwater. Ensure that water on the cap does not enter the trachea. Forget about holding your breath. Key Point 2: Relax your shoulders and do not use them to control your movements. Keep your eyes focused directly downward, keep your head as low as possible to prevent water from entering your eyes. Key Point 3: Standing up primarily relies on contracting your thighs. Key Point 4: Swim forward primarily by contracting your calves, using the outer edges of your feet to generate force, then quickly contracting them.

Mahjong Secrets 🔗︎

@Hu Yan Luan Yi: Rather be cut a thousand times than win the first hand. If you don’t play the 1 and 2 tiles, you’ll suffer. If you don’t play the 8 and 9 tiles, you’ll lose everything. If you have four, don’t play one; play the 2 and 5 first, then the 8. Don’t break the edge, break the card, and call for the 50,000. Be careful with 1 and 4, and if you have a bar, use it. If the player below you plays 30,000 or 50,000, don’t randomly play 40,000 or 70,000. If the player below you plays 10,000, be prepared for 20,000 or 50,000.

Studying Abroad 🔗︎

1. Basic Requirements for Studying Abroad 🔗︎

To achieve your study abroad goals, you need to meet the following basic requirements:

  1. Work Experience: Possess a certain level of professional background.
  2. Bachelor’s Degree: Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.
  3. English Proficiency: Be able to communicate normally in English.
  4. Financial Capacity: Be able to cover the initial tuition deposit and living expenses.

2. My Preparation Directions 🔗︎

Based on the above conditions, I need to focus on improving the following two areas:

  1. Improve English proficiency: Through systematic study and testing, ensure language proficiency meets study abroad requirements.
  2. Save money: Accumulate sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses.

3. Specific Goals 🔗︎

By September 2017, I have set two clear goals for myself:

  1. Achieve an IELTS score of 5.5: Although the target university does not require an IELTS score, I wish to assess my English proficiency through the IELTS exam.
  2. Save 100,000 yuan: Prepare financially for tuition and living expenses during study abroad.

4. Actual Progress 🔗︎

  • IELTS Preparation:

    • Preparation time: Over a month.
    • Exam results: Successfully achieved the target score of 5.5.

  • Savings plan:

    • Currently still working to save money, with the goal of reaching 100,000 yuan.

Everyone has flaws, but how we perceive and address these flaws determines the course of our lives. Instead of avoiding or denying them, we should confront them and turn them into motivation for growth. Remember: Why should others prove your worth? Enrich your inner world and live a life that is uniquely yours.

1. Accepting Your Imperfections 🔗︎

No one is perfect; flaws are part of who we are. Instead of being too hard on yourself, learn to accept them.

  • Flaws are not a burden; they are signals reminding us that there is room for improvement.
  • Accepting our shortcomings allows us to face life’s challenges with greater composure.

Key point: Flaws are not scary; what’s scary is your attitude toward them. Accept them, and you can change them.

2. Turn flaws into positive energy 🔗︎

Flaws are not entirely useless; they can become the driving force propelling us forward.

  • Afraid of failure? This might be because you set high standards for yourself. Try to turn this “high standard” into motivation to pursue excellence.
  • Not good at socializing? This might indicate that you excel at deep thinking. Leverage this strength by focusing on tasks or creative work that require independent completion.

Action suggestion: List your flaws and find a corresponding strength for each one. You will discover that weaknesses can also become your unique strengths.

3. Existence comes from within, not from others 🔗︎

Often, we unconsciously rely on external validation to prove our worth. However, the truth is that true existence comes from inner richness and fulfillment.

  • Do not let others’ opinions define who you are.
  • Learn to appreciate yourself and acknowledge your efforts and progress.

Reflection question: Do you often care about others’ opinions? If so, try asking yourself, “What do I truly want?”

4. Enrich your inner world and live a more meaningful life 🔗︎

Enriching your inner world not only helps us better face our weaknesses but also makes life more interesting.

  • Cultivate hobbies: Whether it’s reading, sports, or artistic creation, find something that brings you joy.
  • Continuously learn and grow: Keep yourself curious and vibrant by learning new skills or exploring unknown areas.
  • Build positive relationships: Connect with like-minded people and share your growth experiences.

Practical methods: Spend a little time each day doing something that makes you happy, even if it’s just reading a book or listening to music, to recharge your inner energy.

Be aware of the complexity of human nature 🔗︎

  • Be wary of those who smile at you.

    • Surface friendliness may hide deeper motives.
    • In the face of desire, learn to control yourself and stay mindful.

  • Unwarranted kindness is cause for caution.

    • True kindness often leaves traces, while unwarranted closeness may hide ulterior motives.
    • Learn to observe the details that are easily overlooked with your eyes and uncover the truth.

Deep Reflection: The Meaning of Life for Everyone 🔗︎

  • What is everyone thinking?

    • Have you ever carefully considered the inner world of those around you?
    • Are there deeper needs or fears behind their actions?

  • What is the purpose of living each day?

    • For some, it may be to pursue security, status, or wealth.
    • For others, it may be to fulfill some inner obsession or ideal.

Hiking 🔗︎

West Hill in Hangzhou, a great place for hiking

Reflections 🔗︎

  1. There is no such thing as love at first sight, only deep and lasting affection There is no such thing as love at first sight. In ordinary people’s relationships, it is rare to say that one saw a man who was exceptionally outstanding or a woman who was exceptionally beautiful and could not live without him/her. Reliable character and an increasingly better life are the foundation of a ordinary family’s relationship.

  2. Excellent qualities, decisions, and habits depend on deep-seated values and cognition. After experiencing setbacks, understanding human nature, witnessing life and death, and reflecting on life, one gradually forms their own values and takes initiative to act and think. Many things gradually become clear. Knowing and acting. The value or meaning of life guides you toward the right direction.

Travel 🔗︎

1. Packing 🔗︎

  • Soft-sided luggage is better: Choose soft-sided luggage for easier storage and carrying.
  • Essentials:
    • Bring your own toothbrush and slippers for comfort during the trip.
    • Avoid wearing Crocs plastic shoes: Choose more appropriate footwear.

2. Airport and Boarding 🔗︎

  • Arrive at the airport early:
    • It is recommended to purchase afternoon flights for more time and a more relaxed experience.
  • Avoid queuing at the boarding gate:
    • There is no need to rush to queue; you can wait at the boarding gate and act when boarding is about to begin.
  • Don’t rush off the plane:
    • There’s no need to rush off the plane; wait until the crowd thins out before moving to avoid congestion.

3. Transportation and Riding 🔗︎

  • Hailing a taxi on the street:
    • Upon arriving at your destination, you can hail a taxi on the street for a convenient and quick ride.
  • Sitting in the backseat of a taxi:
    • For safety and etiquette reasons, it is recommended to sit in the backseat of a taxi.
  • Precautions when riding in a friend’s car:
    • If riding in a friend’s car, ensure that there is someone sitting next to the driver to avoid driving alone.