# English Version
**Wisdom for Modern Living**
Observe a man's company to know his character; examine details to judge quality. Partnerships breed friction; words once spoken cannot be recalled. A moment's patience prevents a hundred days of sorrow.
Seek no ill-gotten wealth, drink not to excess. Better poor with peace than rich with worry. Kind words nourish; harsh words wound. Honesty outweighs pretense; depth surpasses breadth.
Pride invites failure; humility brings growth. Control your temper; cultivate your character. Flatter not the virtuous, for they need no praise; feud not with the petty, for they bring their own ruin.
Plant trees for generations; read books for a lifetime. Teaching virtue surpasses leaving wealth; reading enriches more than idle leisure. Nurture the heart through simplicity; find joy in learning.
Trust not easily, yet harbor no malice. Help those in urgent need; seek help from the trustworthy. Wealth comes through diligence; wisdom through study. Better a humble home with bamboo than luxury without integrity.
Broad-mindedness brings ease; true talent commands respect. Life's journey is long—walk each step with care. After every rough road lies a smooth path.
Cherish kindness, embrace learning, and live with integrity.