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**Between Poverty and Wealth: A Mirror of the Heart**
An old saying goes: "The poor go unnoticed even in a bustling city; the rich find relatives even in deep mountains." This speaks to the fickleness of the world, yet it also reflects the true test of our character.
When you are poor, even in the heart of a city, few will ask how you are. Some may look down on you, speak ill of you, or mock your failures. In such moments, the real challenge is not material lack, but whether your heart can remain free from resentment and anger. If you let their words fill you with hatred, do you not become just like those who scorned you?
When you are rich, even in a remote mountain retreat, distant relatives and so-called friends will come seeking favors. They flatter and fawn, hoping to share in your fortune. In such moments, ask yourself: Will you treat others with humility? Will you help those in need without arrogance?
Wealth is not a sin, nor poverty a disgrace. What truly matters is maintaining dignity in hardship and compassion in prosperity. The wise person remains steady—neither shaken by neglect nor swayed by praise.
Life is a mirror. It reflects not your status, but your heart. Whether rich or poor, the path of self-cultivation is always open.