1. Know that there is nothing you can do about it and be content with it. ——Zhuangzi

Explanation: Knowing that no one can do anything about it, just calm down and obey the destiny.

2. There is no happiness in the world, and there is no reputation in the world. ——Zhuangzi

Explanation: Don’t be greedy for worldly happiness, but have real happiness. Not enjoying worldly honor, but having real honor.

3. If you take half of a one-foot stick every day, it will be inexhaustible for eternity. ——Zhuangzi

Explanation: If you break half of a one-foot stick every day, you will never finish it.

4. The friendship between gentlemen is as light as water, while the friendship between villains is as sweet as wine. ——Zhuangzi

Interpretation: The interactions between gentlemen are not utilitarian and are as light as water, so they become true friends and gain the trust of each other.

5. Human beings are born with worries. ——Zhuangzi

Explanation: When a person is born, his troubles are born with him.