1. Don’t tell others about a plan before you accomplish it
As the I Ching states, “Hidden dragons should not act; only then can manifested dragons soar in the sky” (implying one must stay low-key until the right time). Ancient sayings also warn: “Things succeed in secrecy, but fail if revealed” and “Good things slip away once you talk about them.” Those who achieve great things usually keep their plans to themselves; truly capable people always act modestly. Never speak of an unfinished matter—even to “the gods.”
2. Avoid the temptation of “momentary pleasure”
If the only gain from doing something is a brief moment of immediate satisfaction, never do it! Such things will usually lead to endless pain and despair afterward.
3. Trust your intuition when you feel “uncomfortable with someone”
If you feel physically unwell or inexplicably uneasy when interacting with someone, trust that intuition—keep your distance and avoid any connection with them.
4. Stay away from places that make you feel uncomfortable
If you feel physically sick or uneasy when entering a place, trust your body’s feeling and leave immediately.
5. The more you fixate on results, the more things go against your wishes
When doing anything, the more you care about the outcome, the more disappointing or even opposite the result tends to be. On the contrary, if you relax and don’t cling to results, you will often get surprisingly good outcomes.
6. Don’t show off good luck or flaunt happiness
When good things happen, don’t be overly excited or in a hurry to share them—good luck can’t stand showing off, and happiness only needs to be known by yourself, not “displayed” everywhere. Many good things and happiness tend to fade if overly publicized.
7. Avoid negative words that deny yourself
Never say self-deprecating or discouraging things like “Why am I so stupid?” “I’m done for,” “I’m so poor,” “Why am I so unlucky?” “My health is so bad,” or “I’m such an idiot.” Your body will “remember” these negative signals and “obediently” move in a bad direction.
8. Follow your sixth sense when it warns of failure
Trust your premonitions (sixth sense). If your intuition tells you “this might fail” or “something might go wrong” when doing a task or cooperating with someone, the final result usually matches that premonition. So, don’t do it if you have a bad feeling.
9. Don’t make decisions or drive when you’re emotional
After arguing or getting angry with friends or family, never make any decisions or drive. Remember: Decisions made in anger will definitely make you regret later, and driving in that state easily leads to accidents.
10. Turn to nature for healing when you’re in a low mood
When feeling down, spend more time in nature—soak up the sun, look at flowers and plants, touch or hug trees; or take off your shoes and walk on soil or grass for a few laps, look up at the sky, and listen to the sounds of nature. Nature is a magical healer.
11. Postpone your trip if you feel restless before leaving
Whether you’re traveling far, meeting friends, or discussing a project cooperation, if you feel restless or flustered before setting off, don’t go that day—no hesitation needed. Follow your inner feeling.
12. Owe neither “monetary debts” nor “emotional debts”
Never owe others anything—including emotions. Repay borrowed money or debts immediately; don’t make excuses to delay or avoid repayment. Otherwise, you’ll find it harder to earn money, and even the money you get will be lost in other ways. Don’t owe emotional debts (i.e., don’t be a “player” in relationships). If you owe emotional debts, not only will your love life be troubled, but someone will eventually “teach you a lesson”—leaving you “defeated” convincingly.
13. Stay away from places that feel “unusually cold and chilly”
If you enter a place and feel abnormally cold or chilly, don’t overthink—leave immediately and go to a warmer place.
14. Be kind to your children—they are “angels who come to repay kindness”
Whether your child is obedient or not, treat them well. Every child is an angel who comes to “repay kindness”; they chose your family among many others. So don’t get angry with your child—give them more love and care.
15. Become your own “noble person” first, and then you’ll meet others who help you
The friends you can attract and associate with are essentially “on your level.” So don’t complain about not meeting “noble people” (those who help you). To meet such people, you must first become your own “noble person”—strive to improve and “lift yourself up.” When you do that, the noble people who can help you will naturally appear.
