Brothers, hello everyone, I am the trader Zhu Yidan. Are you afraid of flying? Actually, I am quite scared. It's that feeling of putting your life in someone else's hands, the sense of loss of control that comes with weightlessness, and the almost 100% mortality rate in case of an accident. So, I avoid flying wherever I can take the high-speed train.
I often think about death every time I fly, which leads me to contemplate the meaning of life. I used to ponder this question a lot during my school days, even becoming obsessed and getting stuck in a rut. Over the past few years, I've experienced a lot—low points in life, parting with life and death. I have come to a current answer, which is also my motto: 'Life is an experience, enjoy it to the fullest.'
During this long flight to Dubai, I asked myself if I would feel regret if I died in the next moment. It seems that aside from not being able to let go of my child, my life has been quite fulfilling, especially after successfully turning things around in 2025. Having just passed the age of 30, I can say that I have established my career. After being materially satisfied, what should I pursue in the next stage?
I have an answer in my heart: 'I have already experienced the joy that comes from indulgence; I want to pursue the sense of fulfillment that comes from self-discipline.' In the time ahead, I will focus more on myself and self-development, rather than continuing to chase endless material desires. This is like the difference between dopamine and endorphins. Dopamine is something that is very easy to obtain and brings you joy, such as food, games, and entertainment, while endorphins are the rewards your brain gives you after putting in hard work, like exercise and studying.
I call it the process of sculpting myself, which is essentially not seeking the recognition of others or the secular world, but pursuing what I consider to be 'beauty' based on my own values, such as a strong physique, spirit, and courage.
Let's encourage each other!
