Hold yourself upright, and you won’t reach for what isn’t yours. In poverty, choose a diligent partner. In humility, don’t chase after wealth. In fortune, stay clear of fleeting pleasures.
When others struggle, offer silence, not words. When a horse is weary, spare the whip. Marry for the heart, not for gold. Choose a spouse for character, not for looks.
A woman’s grace lies in steadiness; a man’s honor in loyalty. Bright lights blur the eyes, but simple meals reveal the soul.
Life’s path is not about having more, but about being true. Seek a kind heart, hold to what’s real, and find peace in the ordinary.