Let me begin with a point: “If a person carries poison in their heart, they are destined to ceaselessly deplete their own karmic merit (福报).”
Yesterday, beneath one of my articles, a young woman left a comment: “Thank you for your support, Master. In late 2023, my husband and I made up our minds. Within the limits of what we could afford, we traded up for a home of our own. It’s no mansion, but we love it! The children finally have room to run and play. I believe our lives will only keep getting better!”
I sent her a private message with my blessings afterward. After all, anyone who strives earnestly for their family and their life deserves respect — and deserves every good wish we can offer.
But before long, two poisonous voices appeared beneath her comment: “Ha, you’ve already lost quite a bit on that, haven’t you?” And: “Oh my, buying now of all times — just wait and watch your kids cry about it later. [smug face]”
You see, some people dedicate every ounce of their supposed cleverness to the art of tearing others down. I clicked through to their comment histories — and sure enough, there it was: a trail of wreckage. Anytime someone shared news of career success or a step forward in life, there they were, sniping from the shadows with veiled mockery and passive attacks.
I blocked them both without hesitation, to protect other readers from further harm.
The truth is, we’ll all encounter people like this in life. In my experience, they are almost always living deeply unhappy lives themselves, surrounded by hostile and toxic environments. It warps them. Which is why their behavior feels not only normal to them — it actually brings them pleasure.
Because a healthy adult, living in a reasonably decent environment, might disagree with someone’s choices — but they would express a different opinion, not reach for a poisoned blade the moment they open their mouth.
If you encounter someone like this in your own life, my honest advice is to put distance between you and them as quickly as possible. You never know when a person who takes pleasure in wounding others — once abandoned by everyone around them — will turn that blade toward you.
I have always believed that whether it’s a public account or an online community, the atmosphere should be one of positivity and optimism. Especially in the environment we find ourselves in today — we should be drawing warmth from each other, offering encouragement wherever we can. Even if we’re strangers, I genuinely want you to live well and be happy. I mean that.
As for the brothers and sisters in the community — we hold different views, sometimes we even clash on principles — but we sincerely wish happiness, warmth, and fulfillment for every person we’re fortunate enough to meet here.
This is the quality that earns a person more and more blessings over time.
Many people on the outside don’t understand it: the entry threshold for my community isn’t low, yet so many people choose to be here. Are they all wealthy? No. The real reason is that beyond all the sharp insights on wealth and growth — we genuinely care about one another. Every single person matters here.
I’ve lost count of how many brothers, in moments of professional failure, have come to the community to let their anxiety and fear show. I’ve lost count of how many sisters, in moments of heartbreak, have come here seeking comfort and understanding, speaking what they could not say elsewhere.
Should the rest of us mock them in those moments? Pile on and twist the knife?
No. Here, we are a family. We share no blood — but every person in this community, and I myself, will offer you our goodwill and give you strength.
We are human beings. We are social creatures by nature. We need love, care, and warmth. And yet, in today’s world, genuine kindness and warmth have become increasingly rare.
Perhaps that is exactly why this community continues to grow.
Finally — whether you are in the community or not — I want you to remember this:
Even if no one in the world has ever cared about you, you have me. A person who does.
I am busy, yes. But I sincerely hope that every good thing in this world finds its way to you.
And the community — this home — will always be here, waiting for you to return.