1. During a gentleman's trip, it is quiet to cultivate one's morality and frugality to cultivate morality. Not indifferent, not clear-minded, not quiet, not far away.

From Zhuge Liang: The Book of Commandments

A man with moral cultivation relies on inner peace to cultivate his body and mind, and thrives on wealth to cultivate his noble character. You can't make your ambition clear unless you are quiet, and you can't achieve your lofty goals without excluding external interference.

2. Looking back at the former sages' countries and families, the reason is that diligence and thrift break the luxury.

From Li Shangyin: Two Poems on History

Throughout history, the success of any wise country stems from diligence and thrift, and the decline from luxury.

3. Don't worry about poverty or wealth.

From Tao Yuanming: Biography of Mr. Wuliu

Translation: Don't worry and grieve for poverty, and don't rush for wealth.

4. Be prepared for danger in times of peace, and refrain from extravagance and frugality.

From Wei Zhi: Ten Thoughts on admonishing Taizong

Translation: In a comfortable environment, you should think of possible dangers. Advocate frugality and oppose extravagance and waste.

5. I am humble, but I am virtuous. The moss marks are green on the upper stage, and the grass color is green in the curtain. Laughing and having a great scholar, no Bai Ding.

From Liu Yuxi: The Book of Humble Rooms

Translation: This is a humble room, which is famous for my virtue. Moss climbed up the steps and dyed a piece of green, and the grass color reflected in the bamboo curtain, making the room blue. The people who talk and laugh here are knowledgeable people, and there are no ignorant people who come and go.