Life is like a stage, and we all wear masks. In Peking Opera, each painted face tells a story — red for loyalty, black for integrity, white for deceit. These colors are not mere decoration; they are reflections of character and destiny.
We, too, carry our own "masks" in daily life. Some are shaped by experience, others by struggle. While the patterns of life may seem fixed, we always have a choice in how we paint our own face. The true wisdom lies not in changing who we are, but in understanding our nature and embracing it with grace.
Do not be troubled by others’ opinions, nor lose your color in the face of adversity. The most enduring beauty comes from authenticity. In time, roles may end and masks may fade, but the truth within us remains timeless.