1. Pre-Qin Xunzi's "Encouragement to Learning": Therefore, if wood is supported by a rope, it will be straight, and if metal is sharpened, it will be beneficial.

Interpretation: Therefore, wood can be straightened by measuring it with an ink line and then processed with auxiliary tools, and a sword can become sharp by grinding it on a whetstone. A gentleman who studies extensively and examines and reflects on himself every day, then he will He will be wise and clear and his behavior will be faultless.

2. Mencius of the pre-Qin Dynasty "Born in sorrow, died in happiness": Therefore, when Heaven is about to assign a great responsibility to a person, he must first strain his mind, strain his muscles and bones, starve his body and skin, and deplete his body before he can do it. His actions were messed up, so his heart and mind were tempted, and he benefited from what he could not do.

Interpretation: Therefore, when God wants to place a heavy responsibility on this person, he must first make his mind distressed, make his bones and muscles tired, make him suffer from hunger, make him suffer from poverty, and make him suffer all kinds of hardships. The things he does are confounded and confusing, used to shock his heart, toughen his temperament, and increase his abilities that he does not have before.

3. Western Zhou Dynasty Ji Chang's "Book of Changes": Heaven moves vigorously, and a gentleman strives for self-improvement.

Interpretation: The movement of heaven (i.e. the universe) is strong and vigorous. Correspondingly, a gentleman should be resolute and determined.

Extended information:

Exercise is a good way to relieve stress and maintain a healthy and peaceful mentality.

1. Learn how to exercise: Exercise also requires certain methods to relieve stress. If the method is wrong, it will not only not help relieve stress, but may also lead to greater stress. If you want to relieve stress through exercise, you can first participate in some relaxation Exercises with a small amount of exercise can calm down the mood first, and then gradually transition to exercises with a large amount of exercise. This needs to be done gradually, step by step.

If the pressure comes from work and study, you can participate in some group sports, such as basketball, volleyball, etc. During these sports, you can experience the joy of cooperation.

2. The choice of exercise environment: The exercise environment has a key impact on decompression. A good environment can make the effect more obvious.

For example, people who often exercise indoors will feel more relaxed and happy if they go hiking outdoors or run in the woods. In a quiet place, close your eyes for a few minutes and take a few deep breaths to achieve the best relaxation and stress reduction effect.