1. A gentleman has three troubles: if he has not heard it yet, he will not be able to hear it; if he has heard it, he will not be able to learn it; if he has learned it, he will not be able to practice it. ——"Book of Rites·Miscellaneous Notes"

2. Strange and without far-sightedness; walking alone without perseverance.

3. Talent should be controlled by virtue; do not rely on talent to defeat virtue.

4. Stones grow moss and people fall sick.

5. Don’t look at anything that’s not polite, don’t hear anything that’s not polite, don’t say anything that’s not polite, and don’t do anything that’s not polite.

6. There are many clever words and decorations, and they are clearly mentioned in the name of great unfilial piety, but the son is not guilty of any other crime. This is the fault of parents who forget their hatred.

7. Think about the three benefits in silence; observe the four maxims in leisurely life.

8. If your life is too busy, don’t think about living in vain; if you are too busy, your true nature will be lost.

9. Any way to learn is difficult for a strict teacher. ——"Book of Rites·Xue Ji"

10. Good and evil are done by people, and misfortunes and blessings are caused by oneself.