Does “fortunes” mean luck, or does it mean the fortunes of life, including health and happiness? In modern usage, the word “fortune” usually implies the wealth you have, while its true meaning is often forgotten.
- Health: Health is the foundation of wealth. This is one’s true fortune. To achieve success, prioritize your physical and mental health by managing your diet, exercising regularly, and maintaining positive habits. Good health enables smoother work, fosters confidence, and leads to lasting happiness.
- From the heart: A kind heart is fundamental. Charitable and warm behavior fosters a positive environment and attracts support. Good people receive good in return; a warm society eases one’s path.
- Our concepts: Our concepts shape our actions and outcomes. Develop survival skills, pursue a meaningful life, and help others when able. A strong mindset guides decisions.
- A calm temper: A calm temper preserves health and relationships. Strive for self-control, remain composed, and avoid rash actions to enhance your success.
- Our expressions: Expressions reflect our inner state. Show respect and positivity toward others; a pleasant expression attracts good fortune.
- Kind words: Kind words foster warmth and harmony; harsh words create distance. Practice gratitude, respect others, and resolve conflicts with kindness and tact. Words can uplift or harm — speak wisely.
- Good behavior: Right actions stem from the proper perspective. Regularly reflect on your blessings, cherish them, and do good deeds. Giving yields receiving.
- Positive relationships: People achieve growth through relationships. Invest sincerely in others and build connections with care, as support networks are essential in life.

Life is a container
- When it holds more joy, worries decrease.
- When it holds more gratitude, pain decreases.
- When it holds more understanding, contradictions decrease.
- When it holds more critical matters, trivial matters become less important.
- When it holds more sunshine, clouds decrease.
- When it holds more insights, prejudices decrease.
- When it holds more goodness, gloom decreases.
- When it holds more friendship, hostility decreases.
The ‘children’ of life
- Gold, silver, and cash are not as good as a good body.
- Cars, cabinets, and houses are not as good as a good wife.
- Bracelets, chains, and rings are not as good as having two good children.
- Cups, bottles, and circles are not as good as a happy family.

Getting the most out of life
- Health is the most significant benefit.
- Contentment is the best wealth.
- Trust is the best support.
- Peace of mind is the greatest happiness.
Translated by Joseph Wu and edited by Amanda
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