The Strong Transform Their Environment with Their Mind; The Weak Let External Circumstances Determine Their State of Mind

Mundane people have fluctuating emotions and easily let external circumstances determine their state of mind, while sages can transform their environment with their mind. ​

​The difference between the two lies in the power of their inner-strength.

Mundane people feel they can control everything in good times, but they will easily get discouraged in bad times.
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All afflictions are due to taking oneself too seriously. In order to find the meaning of life, we need to be courageous to take responsibility for ourselves. By doing so, we could boost our inner strength, and reach the status of sages.