Many people when they are young often think: As long as there is enough money, life will be happy. But it takes them half a lifetime to realize that while money is important, there are many things that are even more important: Each person's life, whether happy or suffering, gain or loss. The important thing is to keep the heart calm, peaceful, and oriented towards the light. In the second half of life, having these three things is what makes one a true "rich person".
1. A mind free of worries leads to a richer spiritual life
In the Japanese film "Kikujiro", there is a line that goes: "As a person, everyone will grow old, life will force each of us to mature, to shed the naivety and walk more cautiously. In that process, you will realize that you can no longer return to the 'self' of the past..." Why do adults often admire the carefree nature of children? Because the essence of children is innocence, free from worries, and easily accepting the beauty around them.
I once heard a story from a distant relative, and I still think about it for a long time.
Many years ago, her husband had to lie in bed due to a car accident. From then on, she had to bear all the family's expenses. She had to worry about her children's tuition fees while also managing her husband's medical bills. Every evening after work, she hurried home to wash clothes, cook, change her husband's medicine, and clean the house. Many people admired her for being able to take care of the family alone in such a tough life. Sometimes at night, seeing her husband asleep, she would brew herself a cup of tea, feeling the peace in the cool evening breeze. After hearing about her situation, some people helped a little, while others didn't know how to comfort her, but she still smiled and said: "Although I live a hard life, at least I can still take some time for myself, my husband is getting better every day, and my children are doing well in school, at least there is hope for life. As long as I live, there is hope, that is happiness!" Whenever I recall her optimistic outlook, I always remember a saying: "Each person's life, whether happy or suffering, gain or loss. The important thing is to keep the heart calm, peaceful, and oriented towards the light." Overthinking only makes us live a sorrowful life. The troubles of a person often come from three things: their own affairs, the affairs of others, and the affairs of heaven. Those who understand will no longer be burdened by their own worries, will not interfere in others' matters, and will not be sad about fate anymore. When a worry is let go, comfort will flow in.
2. A body free of illness is the primary condition for happiness
Have you ever heard this saying? "When a person is sober, every problem is a normal issue, and they have the ability to solve it. But when ill, only the places that cause them pain are the problems, and they cannot solve them themselves."
A few days ago, a 46-year-old actor joked on his personal page that:
"Is it possible to have appendicitis relapse twice? Should I go buy a lottery ticket?" Although it was just a joke, in reality, since early March last year, due to appendicitis, he had to be hospitalized, unable to eat anything, and lost 9 kg, almost losing his life. Therefore, later on, he advised everyone through a newspaper: "Don't take health for granted, because without health, you are nothing." In a comic book titled "Daily", there is a very profound saying: "Consider each ordinary day we live as a continuous miracle." Trying is good, but using youth to trade for material things is wrong. Because material things can be lost and regained, but health only goes away and does not return. In recent years, many celebrities from all walks of life have gradually withdrawn from their glamorous positions. When asked why, most cited health issues as the reason for giving up their jobs. Even the hardest workers must bow their heads before illness. In the second half of life, prioritize health over making a lot of money. Eating on time, going to bed early, exercising regularly, and controlling emotions... doing these things may bring you gifts far greater than material wealth.
3. A heart free of resentment understands the true nature of life
I often hear friends say that as they grow older, they prefer to eat light food, live a quiet life, and have simple relationships. Three years after the "Nanny Arson" case in Hangzhou, China, the family of the victim – a man named Lin has gradually tried to escape from the pain and participate in public welfare activities such as donating masks during the pandemic... He changed his Weibo name from "Wife and children in heaven" to his real name. After experiencing the pain of losing a loved one, he still treats others with sincere love. His actions are a testament to a familiar saying: "Even if the world treats me badly, I will still treat the world with kindness."
You can look up at the stars with your eyes, but keep your feet on the ground. Because after all the darkness, there will definitely come a day when you find the light. Only those who do not complain can see the truth of life. As writer Gabriel García Márquez said: "Even when falling into despair, one should maintain positivity and love for life. This is the greatest wealth for your life." From now on, before you want to complain about something, take a moment to look at every corner of the world. Because no one lives easily. Treat the world with a forgiving heart and walk on it with compassion, life will open up a path for you, a peaceful escape!
Modern people, following the flow of societal development, have a materially sufficient and more comfortable life, but because of that, they also invite more troubles into their lives. Their bodies fall ill, and even their spirits are never at peace because they spend their whole lives struggling back and forth, thinking of ways to make money, not letting go until death. Living happily is not difficult. The difficulty lies in whether one dares to let go of desires and immediate benefits to enrich their spirit, dignity, and morality. Here are four things not to do for a happier, more peaceful life:
If you have money, don't be stingy
Money can buy everything, but not everything can be bought with money. Money is simply a means of trading everyday goods. Money is just an external object; you come into this world without it and cannot take it with you when you die. Yet, there are people who confidently trade happiness for money. Many value money more than themselves, see money as magic, see money as elixir. They frantically earn money, and some even use tricks and schemes to profit and take pride in what they have achieved. Gradually, they become selfish, stingy, and look down on others, always wanting to hoard wealth. To obtain money, they do not hesitate to trade their conscience and honor. But they do not realize that what they have clung to for so long may be a danger for the near future. Money cannot buy health, happiness, nor can it buy character and dignity. Money does not turn a petty person into a gentleman, nor does it turn a talentless person into a hero. People can only live peacefully when they are willing to share with others, not just money and wealth but also love and empathy.
If you have love, don't let go
Love is certainly something that young people are eagerly searching for because everyone, in the end, seeks happiness as the final destination of life. But finding love is not easy, and when found, no one knows that love is as fragile as morning dew in the wind, blown away with a gust, shattered when held. Life is very short, and sad stories often outnumber happy ones, so do not easily let go of the person you love, the one you consider a soulmate. There is a poem that says: "It takes a hundred years of cultivation to share a boat. It takes a thousand years of cultivation to become husband and wife." If it is fate, coming or going is up to heaven's decision, but once it is determined to be together, one should devote their heart to cherish and appreciate that love.
If you are angry, don't keep it inside
When anger suddenly strikes, people often lose their composure, allowing it to cloud their judgment, often acting on impulse. Some people express it outwardly, but others hold onto grievances, living with a heavy heart. In this way, their inner self remains troubled, while outwardly they appear to be fine, laughing and talking, but inside they are still resentful and restless. The more resentment accumulates in the heart, the more likely the body will weaken, and every word spoken will be bitter. So from now on, when faced with painful or sad situations, just express it all, do not keep it inside.
If you have hatred, don't remember
There is an old saying: "A gentleman takes revenge; ten years is not too late." But seeking revenge is not the way to untie the knot of hatred. Only by forgiving, being tolerant, and repaying grievances with virtue can one sever that karmic bond; that is the true gentleman. Those who do not hold onto hatred in their hearts are the happiest people. They live a peaceful, free, and relaxed life. Because they know how to forgive, they find a safe harbor for their souls and accumulate blessings for their descendants.