
Laozi said, "上善若水" , the highest virtue is like water. In his eye, water symbolizes humility, adaptability, and nourishing others without seeking recognition.
To me, "goodness" is a form of wisdom, because it is like water—seemingly formless, gentle to the touch, yet possessing an inner strength. It can harness the power of time to wear through stone, and gather force to become a mighty torrent, undeterred by winding, narrow paths. It never stops; even when it cannot flow, it will rise into vapor, spreading in the heat, or freezing in the cold, adapting to whatever challenges it faces. With its soft and ever-changing nature, it embraces adversity. The more I experience in life, the broader my horizons, the deeper my reflections, the more I marvel at the benevolence and wisdom of water.
Reflection | 三省
"吾日三省吾身(I examine myself three times a day.)"
- The Analects of Confucius (Lunyu, Xue Er)
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Dragon Totem | 龙图腾
Chinese people refer to themselves as the descendants of dragons. In Chinese mythology, the dragon is a deity that governs water and resides in the vast ocean, embodying a profound reverence for both water and the wisdom it represents in Chinese culture.