The well-known Zeng Guofan is an important minister in the late Qing Dynasty who is called half a saint. In fact, he is also an education expert. Under his guidance and influence, the Zeng family has prospered for hundreds of years without any decline. The descendants of subsequent generations are all among the best, with more than 240 successful people.

So many talents have been cultivated, among which family education plays a very important role. Regarding the education of children, Zeng Guofan has a "six tips" for teaching children. The secrets are: "diligence, filial piety, frugality, benevolence, perseverance, and modesty". The corresponding meanings are: diligence, filial piety, frugality, benevolence and righteousness. , perseverance, and humility.

1. To cultivate children's self-discipline and independent ability, we must focus on cultivating children's "hardworking" and "frugal" abilities

Zeng Guofan believed: A diligent family will be prosperous, and a diligent person will be frugal. Be diligent and thrifty, and never be poor or humble.

As one of the four famous officials in the late Qing Dynasty, he had a high position and a rich family fortune, but he "will never leave any money to future generations." He opposed future generations buying houses and land, and did not save money for their children. He believed that if their children and grandchildren were talented, they could be independent without relying on their father's inheritance. If the descendants are unworthy, then if you leave more money to them, they will commit more sins.

Zeng Guofan followed the family tradition of being diligent and thrifty. Even if he was busy with official duties, he would insist on getting up early throughout his life. He would also open up open space to grow fruits and vegetables. At the same time, he would not forget to educate and encourage his brothers to follow the rules. Under the guidance of Zeng Guofan, his descendants were not afraid of hardship and developed the good habit of diligence and thrift.

Therefore, when educating their children, parents should focus on cultivating their children's "hardworking" and "frugal" abilities. For example, in family life, let your children do more housework within their ability, such as tidying up the room, storing items, cleaning, etc.

The familiar couple Guo Jingjing and Huo Qigang are examples of practicing “diligence and thrift in raising children”. They usually take their children to cook and wash cars together. During holidays, they also go to the countryside to plant rice seedlings and experience farming with their own hands, truly letting their children understand how hard-earned food is.

2. To cultivate children's moral character, we must pay attention to their "filial piety" and "benevolence".

As the saying goes, "Filial piety comes first among all virtues." Filial piety has been a traditional virtue of the Chinese nation since ancient times and is also applicable to modern society. A person who does not respect his parents cannot be expected to become a useful person to society and the country. Filial piety is the foundation of life.

It is also very important to know how to be filial and respect your parents, and to let your children understand what "benevolence" is. Treat people and things around you with benevolence and righteousness, complain less and harshly towards society, and treat others with tolerance. Moral cultivation.

3. If you want to maintain your children’s success, you must teach them humility and perseverance.

Zeng Guofan believes: "Those who have achieved great things in ancient times have had three taboos: they should not be too angry, they should not be full of heart, and they should not reveal their talents." Only by being humble and not proud and complacent can people grow better.

Once, Zeng Guofan's son Zeng Jize took a boat to visit him. He gave his son a letter in advance and specifically told him not to fly the Zeng family's flag along the way and not to alert the local governor.

Being too ostentatious makes you easily complacent, arrogant, and easily offends others.

Let’s talk about perseverance. When a child knows how to persevere, he will not give up easily even if he encounters ups and downs in life.

Zeng Guofan has been practicing the word "heng" throughout his life. Zeng Guofan liked to write diaries and send letters to relatives and friends. In his letters to his family, he often emphasized that he should read more and think more. He himself insists on reading and writing every day to teach by example and example to future generations.

Zeng Guofan’s six-character teaching method focuses on cultivating children’s spirit and character. Parents should always warn their children to cultivate these qualities. At the same time, they should also teach by words and deeds, set an example by example, and inject these virtues into their children's souls.