During the Spring and Autumn Period, Wei Yigong was a complete "crane idiot". Raising cranes is more elaborate than anyone else, and it is simply offering cranes as if they were officials. In the palace, there are all kinds of official positions such as General Crane and Corporal Crane, so I almost didn't build an official residence for Crane. He has been with these cranes all day long, playing more crazy than anyone else, and political affairs have long been thrown out of the clouds.
Speaking of luxury, Wei Yigong is really eye-opening. Squandering, that's called an unrestrained, simply a rich kid's loser. What's even more outrageous is that when his baby daughter got married, he actually took the crane as a dowry, and also gave him the good name of "Crane Lang". This is a ridiculous joke!
Therefore, historians say that Wei Yigong is a typical example of "playing with birds and ruining his life". His reign is naturally a mess, and he can't fail anymore.
In ancient societies, people's economic life was relatively simple, and most people's main income** was agriculture. In this context, if a person spends a lot of time and money on fishing and playing with birds, it is likely to affect his agricultural production and family economic situation. Catch fish and shrimp, miss the crop, so this proverb can be seen as a warning to those who neglect the family's financial responsibilities. At the same time, it is also an exaggerated technique, three years of poverty, ruined life, this is a severe exhortation. If you don't believe me, you can try.
We can speculate that this may be due to the fact that in the past, people's living standards were generally low, and if you spend too much money on some leisure activities, it can lead to financial hardship. Therefore, the saying is to warn people to pursue their interests and hobbies moderately, if they are too indulgent, they will lose their minds and play misguided, which will affect their lives.
In modern society, the situation has changed a lot. Fishing and playing with birds have become a hobby and leisure for many people, and they not only allow people to relax but also bring fun and enjoyment. Therefore, we cannot simply apply this proverb to modern society, but should understand it from a broader perspective.
When faced with stress, anxiety, loneliness, frustration, or other negative emotions, you may choose to indulge in playthings or lie flat to escape reality. In this way, it is possible to forget about your troubles for a while and gain a temporary psychological comfort.
In today's society, people can easily compare their lives with those of others. He may fall into this comparison, trying to get satisfaction through entertainment, or even lie flat to gain a "sense of security".
When a person lacks a clear purpose in life, he may feel lost. In this case, playthings and lying flat can become a pastime to fill the emptiness of the heart.
Playing with an object or lying flat is an act of instant gratification that provides instant pleasure. In contrast, pursuing long-term goals requires more effort and often requires enduring short-term hardships.
Specifically, "fishing poor for three years" means that if you spend too much time and money on fishing, it may lead to financial hardship, because fishing requires the purchase of a large amount of fishing gear, bait, etc., and also requires a lot of time investment, which will become a financial burden. What if you and your family aren't rich?What if you still have a field to cultivate?That's to add insult to injury.
Playing with birds ruins one's life" expresses another truth, if you are too addicted to bird raising activities, it may affect your career, family, etc., because raising birds requires a lot of time and energy, and you also need to invest a lot of money to buy birds, feed, bird cages, etc., which will have a negative impact on your life and career. Is there still a shortage of food for man?People can't get enough to eat, how can you feed the birds?
"Overindulgence" can be harmful to many things. When we are overly addicted to something, we may neglect other important things and indulge too much in certain entertainment activities such as games, gambling, etc., which may also have a negative impact on an individual's life and career. These "indulgences" can cause people to lose control, spend a lot of time and money, and even lead to serious consequences such as family breakdown, debt, etc.
Fishing for three years, playing with birds ruins a lifetime" Although the saying has its warning meaning, it is too absolute. For professional anglers and bird players, they may think that there is a certain bias in this saying.
Professional anglers and bird hunters usually have a deeper understanding of the relevant field, and they have a higher level of skill and more specialized facilities. For them, fishing and bird raising are both a hobby and a career, not a simple pastime.
Professional anglers and bird players will join relevant communities and exchange experiences with other professional friends. These social networks help to improve their technical skills, while also helping to promote related cultural causes.
Although hobbies are the best teachers, the key is how to balance life and hobbies, and rationally view and properly handle the relationship between hobbies and life. According to your actual situation and family situation, arrange your time, energy and money reasonably, so that hobbies become the spice of life, not a burden.
Many historical figures have developed careers and achieved great things because of their hobbies and interests. Wang Xizhi likes calligraphy very much and practices hard every day. Inspired by Little Goose, he wrote the golden character "Zhi". After that, he practiced calligraphy hard, and the story of Wang Xizhi eating ink also made future generations praise. With his hard work, he eventually became a great calligrapher and was admired by future generations.
We should also respect everyone's choices and lifestyles, and not judge others' lifestyles and hobbies by our own values. The benevolent see the benevolent, the wise see the wise, a common saying is understood by a thousand people, and if you look at it dialectically, you will understand its meaning in our lives. Do not believe in it all, nor do you disbelieve it, nor do you believe it superstitionally. Just like Wei Yigong, if you restrain your hobbies a little, you won't lose so badly.