The top-level ability is shielding power,
Any person or thing that consumes you,
Taking another glance is all your fault.
——Russell
Top level ability is not about being omnipotent, but about learning to block those people and things that consume you. Life is like a long river, with countless debris floating on the surface of the water. If we stop and pick up every withered leaf, we will no longer be able to move forward. The arguments and meaningless entanglements that make you exhausted are all burdens of life. Taking a closer look is like gradually distancing yourself from reconciliation.
Shielding is not indifference, but a wisdom of taking responsibility for oneself. It teaches us to distinguish between what is worth cherishing and what needs to be let go. Only by abandoning the trivial things that exhaust our energy can we focus our attention and time on the truly important things. Shielding is not only an ability, but also a freedom that allows us to always have a peaceful world of our own amidst the hustle and bustle.
The secret to happiness is:
Try to expand your range of interests as much as possible,
Be as friendly as possible to people and things that interest you.
——Russell
Happiness never depends on external wealth or status, but rather on how we perceive the world and interact with others. Expanding the scope of our interests not only allows us to have more things to devote ourselves to, but also keeps us curious and passionate about life. Being friendly to people and things that interest you is tolerance towards the world and nourishment for one’s own heart.
When we are no longer limited to a certain lifestyle or social circle, but open our hearts to understand and care about different people and things, our world will become richer and better. Friendliness and enthusiasm, like sunshine, illuminate others while also warming oneself. True happiness is not simply about taking, but about discovering the richness and vastness of life through interaction with the world.
Offending a few people, doing a few wrong things,
Actually, it’s not that scary,
Live a life of compromise and compromise,
Trembling is the most terrifying.
——Russell
In this world, offending a few people or doing something wrong may make us feel uneasy, but it is not worth worrying too much about. After all, life is full of ups and downs and uncertainties, and mistakes and conflicts are also part of growth. The most terrifying thing is actually the state of living cautiously and always living for the eyes of others throughout one’s life. The kind of life where one loses oneself in order to please others and avoid conflicts is what makes people feel suffocated.
Instead of entrusting your life to the expectations of others, it’s better to bravely face your choices, even if you may encounter criticism or misunderstandings at times. The true self is the most precious thing. As the saying goes, “You can’t satisfy everyone, but you can make yourself at ease.” Life is not meant to be comforted by others, but to make oneself regret free.
Long term free assistance to others,
It’s about cultivating an enemy.
Equivalent exchange,
This is the long-term way of social communication.
——Russell
Long term free assistance to others may appear selfless on the surface, but in reality, it can breed imbalance and dissatisfaction. Helping others is certainly a virtue, but if one always gives unilaterally without receiving corresponding rewards or respect, this relationship may eventually become a burden and even trigger opposition. Equivalent exchange is the foundation for maintaining long-term relationships.
Interpersonal communication should not be simply about giving and taking, but about finding a balance between mutual understanding and respect. Every help should be voluntary and meaningful, without expecting unconditional returns from the other party, but also without forgetting the value and respect one deserves. A truly healthy relationship is one of mutual support and nourishment, rather than one-sided effort and sacrifice. In this way, our social circle can be maintained in a long-term and harmonious manner.
