01. Self-examination three times a day, self-cultivation

When Rockefeller was a teenager, he paid great attention to self-control in life. Every night, he would carefully reflect on himself that day. The words, deeds, and thoughts that are slightly inappropriate will be corrected immediately. He can skillfully control his facial expressions to show any emotion or emotion at will.

02. People who have never experienced misfortune are unfortunate instead

Misfortune can be said to be setbacks and difficulties. People who have not experienced difficulties and setbacks have never experienced struggle in the swamp. People work hard. Some people may say, wouldn’t it be better this way, to have everything smoothly? I think this is not the case. Only those who have experienced it will understand the hard-won preciousness and appreciate it.

03. Think about it, our world is like a mountain. When our parents live at the top of the mountain, they are destined not to live at the foot of the mountain; when our parents live at the foot of the mountain, you are destined to Not living on a mountain top.

We are the leaders on the road of children's growth. If we educate well and set an example for our children, will our children be any worse off? If we don't care about our children's education, or if we don't make progress ourselves, then how can our children be the ones standing on the top of the mountain?

04. Unless you give up, you will not be defeated.

Rockefeller cited the story of Abraham Lincoln:

Abraham was born impoverished and was driven out of his home. His first business venture failed, and his second business failure was even worse. It took him more than ten years to pay off his finances.

Lincoln's road to politics was equally bumpy. He failed in his first campaign for state assembly and lost his job. He was successful in his second campaign, but a failed bid for state Senate speaker awaited him next. However, he remained undeterred and failed six times in subsequent elections. But after each failure, he still strived to get ahead until he was elected President of the United States.

Rockefeller was telling his son: When a person encounters difficulties, he must rely on himself, as he is his own savior.

05. Absolutely calm, absolutely confident, thoughtful, say little or nothing.

Rockefeller has strong self-confidence, and the more serious events he faces, the calmer he treats them. He is extremely serious about everything he does and is always able to concentrate all his energy on the important things to be done at the moment without being distracted at all. Whenever he makes up his mind to do something, he will execute it resolutely, and before making a decision, he must think carefully and consider the impact of every detail on the matter. He is always cautious in what he says and does, and adheres to the principle of doing more and talking less.

In Rockefeller’s letter to his son, we not only see his outstanding business talents, but also his excellent moral character. He is teaching his son how to make money, but he is also telling his children how to live a correct life.

Therefore, I think it is worth reading by each of us. It will give us a clearer understanding of ourselves and take our lives to the next level.