The Measure of a Person
A great tree does not compete with weeds. Too much criticism loses friends; too much cunning loses your way. A general’s sword is not meant for flies. When you meet toxic people, walk away. When you face bad situations, cut your losses.
Flies follow filth; bees seek flowers. Walk with beggars, you learn to beg; walk with millionaires, you learn to earn. Dead fish drift with the current; living fish swim against it. At the lowest level, we value skill; at the middle, character; at the highest, vision.
Vision is the blend of sight, heart, and courage. With a broad vision, you see far, act wisely, and rise above the noise. Life is a game of chess—play with grace, not with grudges. Choose your battles. Guard your energy. And let your vision be the compass that guides your journey.