Through Details, See the Human Heart - The First Discipline of Conduct and Deeds

Author: Wan Zhong, Li Guang (editors)
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Publish Date: 2007-03-01
Features: Some say the kindest creatures are humans, some say the most cruel are humans, and others say the most irrational are humans. In short, when it comes to opinions on humans, there are diverse views. However, there is one thing everyone agrees on: humans are a very complex species. As members of a communal society, most of their time is spent interacting with all kinds of people. Among these, there are confidant friends and also competitors. It is very difficult to identify them. Although humans are complex, it doesn’t mean they are unidentifiable. After all, everything in the world leaves traces and clues, and humans are no exception. When we see someone smiling broadly, we know it’s an outward expression of inner happiness; when we see someone filled with righteous indignation and furious, we know it’s the accompaniment to their anger. When we see someone speaking hesitantly or evasively, we can imagine there must be hidden secrets or things they don’t want to reveal. When we see someone speaking straightforwardly and directly, we know they are a person who is honest and straightforward. When we see someone dressed in eccentric clothes or in a unique style, we can understand that they have a strong personality and prefer to stand out. When we see someone with a vacant stare and a cold demeanor, we know they must have suffered some kind of blow. In summary, a person’s outward behavior is an expression of their inner emotions. This is the essence of the saying, "the joy is visible on one’s face." If you pay close attention to observe, you can develop the skill of "understanding people" and "seeing through them at a glance."