A young woman asked me: “Master Chi, how do you tell whether someone is worth committing your whole life to?”
My answer: if you’re not reading their specific destiny framework (格局), the most reliable method is a trip together — roughly 7 days. Works every single time.
Why?
Because travel looks like fun on the surface, but along the way you will inevitably run into all kinds of problems you never saw coming.
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The past two weeks have been exceptionally busy — mostly because I’ve been in deep conversations with my circle of “old-timer friends” about what the world ahead will look like.
These old-timer friends are mostly longtime companions of Master Chi’s, well-known figures in business and industry who, on my advice over the years, have each built up positions in new-technology assets.
Many of them personally made the leap during 2015–2019, upgrading their industries and entering new energy, power, semiconductors, and artificial intelligence.
Today’s article is a special one.
I wrote it specifically for “those of you who refuse to miss the opportunities this era has to offer.”
Why?
From the start of this year until now, Master Chi has spent nearly every day in conversation with major players in AI — engineers, investors, and visionaries across the field.
So much so that I’ve arrived at a complete and firm conviction: a new era is quietly arriving, and along with it, the enormous dividends it carries.
3… 2… 1 — and the answer is: the kind of person who refuses to think deeply about anything, who won’t even bother gathering basic information before making a move — and then just goes all-in without a second thought.
Unless they’re blessed with extraordinary luck or a very sturdy family safety net, people like this are headed in one direction: downward. Step by step, year by year, life gets worse. It’s practically guaranteed. Master Chi has seen far too many cases to count.
A short piece, packed with meaning. How much you draw from it is entirely up to you.
1 — The world’s geopolitical landscape will most likely see further turbulence ahead. But for us, this is actually something of a tailwind — it gives us more time to avoid becoming the center of attention, and a relatively calm window to keep building our inner foundations.
2 — Anyone with clear eyes can see that this round is about competing for dominance in AI technology. Right now, we actually hold a remarkably strong position — because beyond algorithms and technical capability, AI’s most fundamental requirement is stable infrastructure and a continuously expanding power supply. That, as it happens, is our absolute advantage.
There’s still one day before the official start of the new work year — but Master Chi doesn’t like to rush. Especially when it comes to certain trends that don’t need to wait a few more days before being shared. In life, getting even a fraction of a head start — even just knowing what’s coming — is a tremendous advantage.
Master Chi also hopes you understand this: if you read this article all the way through and act on its core ideas, 2026 will very likely become the most pivotal turning point of your life — and your best year yet.
These past couple of days I’ve been getting into Spring Festival prep mode — working on new profile pictures for the new year on one hand, and getting the Chinese zodiac (shengxiao) breakdowns ready on the other. So today, let’s skip the fluff and get straight to some core, absolutely certain “serious matters.”
Everything below is what Master Chi has distilled from conversations with key industry leaders over the past couple of days. No sugarcoating, no filler — just high-level insight for your reference.
If you’ve ever hoped to have a noble benefactor (Gui Ren) of genuine caliber appear in your life — someone who truly wants to see you thrive — and if you’d welcome such a person spending a few minutes speaking honestly with you, offering precious guidance to help you build real wealth and elevate your standing in life, then Master Chi will seize this occasion of the Little New Year to be that noble benefactor for you, and share some honest truths.
Master Chi has put together a ranked list for your reference. This is essentially the definitive answer.
1 - Your health — and a body free of illness that can move freely.
2 - Your mind — and a brain that regularly consumes great books and quality content.
3 - A reliable partner, genuine friends, and a kind, warm-hearted family.
4 - Core quality assets — such as real estate, factories, or storefronts that generate a steady, positive cash flow. The returns don’t need to be enormous, but they should consistently put money in your pocket.
If you find yourself rushing into an investment because the people around you are egging you on, stop. Slow down. Don’t act on impulse. This is especially true when you don’t actually understand what you’re getting into, yet you’re tempted to jump in just to grab a piece of the action. That kind of impulse deserves extra caution and self-restraint.
Master Chi’s advice hasn’t changed: when it comes to money, stay in your lane. Stick to what you know. Don’t touch what you don’t understand. As much as possible, only earn money you actually know how to earn.