On a rainy day, I finally finished reading 'The Four Teachings of Master Liao Fan', thanks to Teacher Liao Ao for the recommendation!
1. After finishing, I think it's important to reflect on one's life, what to believe in, and what practices have been misconceptions. For example, one might always think that beggars on the overpass are scammers, but even if they are, there are reasons beyond their control.
2. Life depends on fate, luck, feng shui, accumulating virtue, and reading. Whether you believe it or not, doing good deeds and accumulating virtue is ultimately not a bad thing.
3. Fate is determined by myself, and fortune must be sought by oneself. The ultimate principle is altruism: help others first, and money will follow. The more altruistic you are, the more you will reap without effort. This is unquestionable; for example, the #BlueBirdClub, where Brother Bird not only helps everyone solve problems but also works hard to find money-making opportunities for everyone. He makes money and gives red envelopes to everyone, always thinking about how to benefit others. Such a broad vision will ultimately help the community and himself become better!
4. Key secret: Do three things every day: do good deeds, don’t harm yourself, and stay humble.
5. The ultimate truth: changing fate is like planting a tree, it cannot be rushed. Watering every day (doing good) + not stepping on the seedlings (not doing evil) = results will come eventually.
As for whether the fruit is cherries or wild sour dates… it depends on fate, but it's better than just staring blankly!