Stripping off the clothes of life

Author: Li Jie
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Read the excerpt: The word "personality" originates from Greek, meaning an imprint, a carving. It is the nature that is carved into us. Can we erase it? That is a huge question. If I have a hooked nose and cat eyes, I can hide them with a mask. And can I hide my natural personality better? A man born with a fiery temperament and violent behavior goes to meet King Francis I of France to appeal a injustice. The king's expression, the respectful demeanor of the courtiers, and the position he occupies have a powerful effect on him: he unconsciously lowers his eyes, his rough voice becomes gentle, and he humbly states his request. People would believe he is naturally as refined as the courtiers. Among the courtiers, he even feels at ease. But if Francis I is good at observing expressions, he will easily see through him from his lowered eyes, burning with hidden sparks, his tense face, and his tightly closed lips. He is not as gentle as he is forced to pretend to be.