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A life-long way of thinking

Sometimes brotherhood is just like that. It doesn't need the baptism of time or the oath of the oath. As long as you have common feelings, common thoughts, and common dreams, you will become a side backing when the other party is in the most difficult time.

By Germon GatesPublished 3 years ago 4 min read

If a young man is determined to build his own character as the capital of his future career when he first steps into society, and everything he does is not contrary to the requirement of developing a perfect character, then even if he cannot gain fame and great benefits, But it never fails. And those who have fallen in character and lost their morals can never achieve a truly great cause.

Personal integrity is the most reliable capital in career, and most young people lack awareness of this. These young people place too much emphasis on skill, intrigue, and intrigue, while neglecting the development of integrity. Why are many companies willing to use the names of people who have been dead for decades or hundreds of years as the company name at a very expensive price? Because there is integrity in the names of those who have died, which represents credit. , so that consumers feel reliable.

Isn't it surprising that there are some young people who are aware of this fact and yet still base their careers not on integrity of character but on skill, trickery and deceit? But there are also quite a few young people Not building their careers on unreliability and dishonesty, but on rock-solid integrity, so that their success is real success, and has real value and meaning.

Fairness, integrity and honesty are the ingredients of success. Everyone should feel that in their own body there is a power that cannot be prostituted by wealth and honor, and that is mighty and unyielding. This most precious strength is a man's character, and he should spare his life to maintain his integrity. Most of the truly great people in history will not sell their personalities because of the temptations of money, power, and status.

There is such a true story, thought-provoking.

Christmas is approaching, and the town of Parkridge in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago in the United States is full of festive and warm festive atmosphere.

Xie Li, who was in middle school, held a stack of Christmas cards she received not long ago and planned to show it off in front of her good friend Sheila. Who knew that Hillary had produced ten times more Christmas cards than her, which made her envious.

​​"Why do you have so many friends? Is there any trick?" Shelly asked in surprise.

​​"The trick...is to learn to appreciate others sincerely and enthusiastically." Hilary told Shelly an experience she had two years ago——

​​"It was a warm noon in spring, and my father and I were walking in a suburban park. There I saw a very funny old lady. It was so warm, and she was wrapped tightly in a thick cashmere coat, around her neck. Wrapped in a fur scarf, as if it was snowing heavily, I gently tugged at Dad's arm and said, 'Dad, look at how ridiculous that old lady looks.'

​​At that time, Dad's expression was very serious. He was silent for a while and said, 'Hillary, I suddenly realized that you lacked a knack for not appreciating people. This proves that you have lost a sense of sincerity and kindness in your dealings with others. ’

​​At that time, I felt that my father was making a big fuss, so I asked my father very unconvinced: 'Don't you think that the old lady's appearance is ridiculous? ’

​​Dad said: 'Contrary to you, I admire that old lady very much. ' I was amazed when I heard it.

​​Dad went on to say: 'The old lady was wearing a coat and a scarf, maybe she was just recovering from her illness and wasn't feeling very well. But you look at her expression, she stares at a fragrant and beautiful lilac flower on the branch, her expression is so vivid, don't you think it's cute? She longs for spring and likes beautiful nature. I think this old lady is touching! ’

​​At this time, I took a closer look, the old lady was indeed as my father said, there was some kind of longing in her eyes, and the smile on her face couldn't hide the joy in her heart.

​​Dad led me to the old lady and said with a smile: 'Madam, the expression on your face when you admire the spring is really touching, you have made the spring even better! ’

​​The old lady seemed very excited: 'Thank you, thank you! gentlemen. ' she said, and she took a small bag of cookies from her bag and handed it to me, 'you're so pretty...'

​​Afterwards, my dad said to me: 'We must learn to appreciate others sincerely, because everyone has merits that we appreciate. When you do this, you will gain a lot of friends. ’”

​​After hearing Hillary's story, Shelly was deeply moved and inspired.

​​Time flies so fast, and in a blink of an eye, it's Christmas again. On this day, Hillary was busy setting up the Christmas tree at home, and Shelly, who was full of surprise, suddenly ran in, hugged Hillary tightly, and said, "Thank you, I received 82 Christmas cards this year, which is more than 10 last year. times more!"

​​"Count me in!" Hillary handed a beautifully printed greeting card to Shelly, with the words on it: Appreciation is the bridge of friendship, and I hope you and I can both learn to appreciate others sincerely.

​​Hillary has always kept in mind her father's teachings, from middle school to college, until she entered the society. Her popularity has always been very good. No matter where she goes, she is the center of everyone. Even today, she is still the United States and even the world. People of all ages.

​​In act, appreciation is by no means simply complimenting others on the surface, but a positive way of thinking that can reflect a person's beautiful heart. Only those who have a beautiful heart like spring can truly appreciate the beauty of spring. When there is sunshine in their hearts, their eyes will be bright. Pure thought ennobles small actions.

​Learning to appreciate others will develop a positive way of thinking, which can benefit you for a lifetime. There is a saying that when you give roses, you leave a lingering fragrance on your hands.

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