In life, everyone hopes to make contributions: you don't have to make great contributions to the world, but at least you can leave behind the "three immortals" of speech, merit and virtue. Everyone hopes to make contributions to the society and the countryside. Unfortunately, many people seek contributions and benefits, which often backfires and is on the verge of success. So, who can't succeed?
First, people who receive rewards without merit cannot succeed. If you want to get a reward without credit, it's like asking for fish from a tree on the edge. How can you get results without cause? When we see some people succeed, we should know that they all become famous after a lot of hard work. In life, as long as you can make meritorious contributions and deserve it, history or the public will not treat you badly if someone fails you; On the contrary, people who have received no merit, such as relatives in previous dynasties, cannot succeed even if they are enfranchised and others are unconvinced by nepotism.
Second, people who are eager for success and profit cannot succeed. Making contributions is a matter of life, not a moment. Some people are impatient and hope to get lucky for a while, so they are eager for success and profit. In fact, the value of rapidly growing trees and flowers is limited.
Third, people who are proud of their achievements cannot succeed. Some people originally established credit and were respected, but he was proud of his credit and was punished for it. For example, aobai, because of his pride, made Kangxi unbearable and was finally eradicated. People who are proud of their achievements should take this as a warning.
Fourth, those who are greedy for success and provoke trouble cannot succeed. Some people are greedy for fame, create right and wrong, provoke trouble, and let others fight each other, so that they can benefit from it. This kind of person may get lucky and make profits, but in the long run, people will know his tricks and be cautious in dealing with each other. Even if he is successful for a while, but he is alone and has no friends, what fun is life?
Fifth, those who ask for merit cannot succeed. Heroes of ancient and modern times hope to win awards after they have made contributions. Han Xin asked Han Gaozu to be appointed as the Deputy king of Qi. Han Gaozu was angry and refused. After Zhang Liang hinted, he had an idea and changed his words to say, "if you want to be sealed, you can seal it formally. Why do you want to be an agent!" Therefore, he was appointed king of Qi, but Han Xin was killed.
Sixth, people who have wasted all their previous efforts cannot succeed. Some people make many contributions, but they can't keep them. It's a pity that all the previous contributions are wasted because of other reasons. As the saying goes, "when birds are exhausted, good bows are hidden; when cunning rabbits die, lackeys cook". Therefore, it is also an important lesson in life to be able to keep credit.