Confucius' Essential Wisdom in Conducting Oneself: 54 Flexible Strategies for Navigating Life's Ups and Downs

Author: Lin Xu
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: Throughout history, those who truly grasp the essence of Confucian thought have almost always been people who can adapt to the needs of Chinese society and achieve great success; while those who misunderstand or misinterpret the essence of Confucian thought usually only wander outside the circle of success. The so-called principle of flexibility, in simple terms, is to be skilled in changing and choosing when dealing with various matters rather than sticking rigidly to conventions. Even to abandon small promises when facing the bigger picture, or to disregard minor etiquette when handling major affairs, so as to achieve the ideal effect of "change leads to openness, openness leads to inspiration, inspiration leads to success, and success leads to achievement." By reading this book, you can easily master Confucius's subtle art of flexibility, making our minds sharper and more adaptable, allowing us to navigate all situations with ease while remaining true to the path of righteousness. We can move more flexibly, confidently, and determinedly toward success.