Those who are content do not burden themselves with profit;Those who judge themselves are not afraid of loss;Those who practice in the inner are unseated and unashamed--- excerpted from "Zhuangzi, Miscellaneous Chapters, Let the King".
Between heaven and earth, endless desires surge, like a rushing river. People sail and chase on utilitarian ships, but they are often lost in the vast waves.
Zhuangzi's words warn us that in the process of pursuing our goals, we must know how to be content and not be burdened by fame and fortuneIt is necessary to maintain peace of mind and be cautious about gains and losses;At the same time, pay attention to inner cultivation, so that you can maintain calm and calm in any environment.
Those who are content do not burden themselves with profit;
It refers to a person who knows how to be content, that is, to be satisfied with what he has;It means that you will not get yourself into burdens and troubles in order to chase more profits. "Li" here can refer to material, power, fame, etc.
There is a saying in the Book of Virtues: "Contentment is not disgraceful, and knowing that it will not be destroyed, and it can last for a long time." ”
Contentment is not stagnation, but a state of inner peace in the pursuit of goals, without overwork for external gain. It reminds us to know moderation, not to be enslaved by material pursuits, and to maintain a sense of contentment in life.
Mencius said: "Those who are content are always happy, and wealth is not lewd." ”
Between heaven and earth, endless desires surge, like a rushing river. People sail and chase on utilitarian ships, but they are often lost in the vast waves. Zhuangzi reminds us that the contented person is a wise man;He is not entangled in fame and wealth, and he does not use the honor and disgrace outside his body to affect the peace of his heart. Contentment is not the end of life, but the contemplation of desires.
How many people, in order to chase the dazzling Lelu, are tired of running around, and finally lose the direction of their souls. Contented people do not take advantage of themselves, they know moderation, understand that the sea of desire is unfathomable, so they abandon unnecessary attachments, just as the boaters do not covet the illusory other side, but enjoy the scenery along the way.
Those who judge themselves are not afraid of loss;
People who are truly able to examine themselves and understand themselves deeply will not feel scared or anxious even if they lose something. They have a deeper understanding of what they have lost, so they are able to face change with peace.
People who are truly at peace of mind, even if they lose something, will not be held back by this and will not be troubled by anxiety. This prudent and self-satisfied mindset comes from a deep understanding of intrinsic value, which allows people to face the vicissitudes and losses of life calmly.
There is also a wise saying in the Taoist classic "Tao Te Ching": "Those who know others are wise, and those who know themselves are clear." ”
Those who judge themselves are the strong of the soul. A truly wise person not only understands others, but also knows himself deeply. They have a clear understanding of themselves and are not afraid of loss, because they understand the impermanence of life and know how to find the true meaning of life in adversity. In the changing world, something is lost, as if a meteor is streaked across the night sky, quietly gone. However, the self-judges do not shy away from anxiety. They know that life is full of uncertainties, and they know that loss is not the end of the road, but the beginning of another journey. In this journey, one may be able to discover a deeper inner satisfaction, as Zhuangzi said, prudence and contentment.
Those who practice inward practice have no place and are not afraid.
It refers to a person who pays attention to inner cultivation, personal character and inner perfection, and will not be ashamed of it even if he is not prominent in social status. Those who practice within are the practitioners of the soul. They believe that true value comes from inner cultivation, not from external status and honor. A person who has worked his inner cultivation, even if he does not have a prominent aura in his external status, can remain calm and calm and not feel ashamed.
It is a genuine emphasis on inner qualities and spiritual realms. In the great wave of fame and fortune, how many people struggle hard just to chase an ethereal status. Zhuangzi admonishes us that true cultivation lies in inner peace. Having no position and not being sluggish is a lofty state of mind. This is not a disregard for the outside, but a pursuit of excellence while maintaining inner calmness and calmness.
In our real life, it seems to be a splendid picture, but the hustle and bustle in it are also inseparable. Perhaps we can draw inspiration from the wisdom of Zhuangzi to know contentment and not be deceived by utilitarianism;Be prudent and self-satisfied, and not waver because of gains and losses;Practice inwardly and maintain inner peace. In this attitude towards life, perhaps we can find a more real and profound happiness.
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