Zheng Banqiao's "Rarely Be Confused": Great Wisdom in Dealing with Life

Author: Shi Sheng
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: A classic book on the wisdom of "retreat for advancement" in ancient Chinese life. Great wisdom often appears foolish, great skill often seems clumsy, and great eloquence often seems taciturn. This book combines ancient wisdom of dealing with life with modern social skills into a popular and accessible work. Its brilliance lies in applying the ancient wisdom of "great wisdom often appears foolish, great skill often seems clumsy, great eloquence often seems taciturn, great gentleness often seems firm, great yielding often seems straight, great advancement often seems retreat, and great security often seems perilous" to all aspects of our interactions. It summarizes a series of practical and effective methods in terms of how to behave, deal with social matters, and handle affairs. It teaches us how to handle difficulties encountered in society and work, and provides targeted answers to in family, friendship, and social life. At the same time, it also shares the principles and truths of perseverance, tolerance, silence, "benefit in enduring losses," "harmony brings blessings," and "contentment brings joy" in the art of dealing with life. From this perspective, it serves as a guide for our conduct and a mentor for our social interactions. By reading it, understanding it, learning from it, and applying it, you will benefit immensely.