The cleaner you are, the more blessed you will be.

 　　Cleanliness

　　is the best quality a person can have.

　　The saying "Your image is worth a million" is true.

　　A friend on WeChat, Chun'er, shared a story on her WeChat Moments:

　　There are two breakfast shops downstairs from her apartment, offering the same food at the same prices, but their business differs greatly.

　　The first shop is run by a couple whose eldest child is already in college, yet they both look very young.

　　They often wear casual T-shirts and jeans, appearing clean and tidy, and the shop is always impeccably clean.

　　Their children often help out on weekends, and they are always spotless.

　　The other shop is also run by a couple.

　　The proprietress is thin, dark-skinned, and unkempt, looking rather dusty.

　　The shop's layout is somewhat cluttered, with bottles and jars of condiments arranged haphazardly, occasionally covered in accumulated dust.

　　Chun'er said she went once or twice and rarely went back.

　　She said, "You might think I'm judging by appearances, but as a customer, everyone prefers a clean and tidy owner; it makes for a better dining experience."

　　Indeed. Outward appearance is the first impression people make. No one wants to know what kind of heart a slovenly person has.

　　Whether at work or in life, a clean image is the most persuasive calling card.

　　Psychology has a concept called the "primacy effect," which states that the first impression two people have of each other has a significant impact on future relationships, creating a "first impression is always better" effect.

　　Being clean and tidy, and taking responsibility for one's image, reveals a disciplined and positive attitude towards life.

　　Such people are often more reliable.

　　There's a saying: "A clear, cloudless sky is most refreshing. Everything clean and clear always inspires longing."

　　Good-looking people don't need expensive or fashionable clothes; a neat appearance and clean attire are enough to create a good impression.

　　Cleanliness is a person's best self; it respects others and brings joy to oneself.

　　A

　　clean social circle easily fosters clean people.

　　On Zhihu, someone asked, "I'm increasingly disliking socializing, what should I do?"

　　One answer was, "If you don't drink, watching others get drunk is incredibly boring; if you don't smoke, being enveloped in exhaled smoke is incredibly painful; if you don't sing, listening to others sing with heartfelt emotion is incredibly lonely. There's no need to force yourself to socialize with people you don't share interests with; forcing yourself to do things you're not interested in is just a burden."

　　The writer Lian Yue also said that spending time on ineffective socializing and drinking buddies only brings fleeting excitement and lasting emptiness, and you might even be led astray.

　　A large circle of friends is exhausting, and a cluttered circle easily breeds trouble.

　　Truly mature people cultivate a clean circle for themselves, simple and peaceful, nourishing the mind and spirit.

　　Haruki Murakami is a proponent of minimalist living.

　　Despite his literary achievements and numerous followers, his circle of friends has always consisted of only a few people, including musician Seiji Ozawa, writer Carver, and illustrator Mizumaru Anzai.

　　They shared similar interests, and Murakami and Seiji Ozawa often spent afternoons chatting about music and literature over warm tea and snacks.

　　They could tease each other; Murakami's books often featured a character named Watanabe, while Anzai's real name was Watanabe Noboru;

　　Anzai would also "retaliate," his Murakami always portrayed as a slightly frowning, vacant young man.

　　They could also freely reveal their true selves; he and Carver would be heartbroken over a bird that died after crashing into a glass windshield and mourn it together.

　　Haruki Murakami's social circle was simple yet not monotonous, just like his writing—rich, vibrant, and full of small joys.

　　As writer Ma De said, "A clean circle has a simple style; people just drink tea, chat, and then disperse."

　　You can be a little crazy, a little silly, it doesn't matter.

　　A clean circle easily nurtures clean people and clean souls. "

　　Time consumed by too much useless socializing only burdens life; eliminating unnecessary complexities allows for mental and physical relaxation, enabling us to do more meaningful things.

　　Simplifying your social circle is adding to your life.

　　A clean circle makes life easier.

　　A

　　person with a pure spirit naturally exudes elegance.

　　Recently, the TV series 'Serenade of Peaceful Joy' has been a hit, and many viewers have become fans of Yu Entai's portrayal of Yan Shu.

　　One commentator remarked, 'Yu Entai speaks classical Chinese most fluently and naturally in the drama. The moment he appeared and opened his mouth, I knew this was the peaceful and prosperous Song Dynasty I had been waiting for!'" Yu

　　Entai is a double-degree doctoral graduate from the Central Academy of Drama, a man of great learning and talent.

　　Recently, he frequently trended on social media for his outstanding performances in shows like "Immersive Voice" and "Chinese Poetry Competition."

　　Off-screen, he is very low-key, essentially living a low-profile life.

　　He loves acting but doesn't care about fame, only about doing a good job.

　　When "My Own Swordsman" swept the nation, at the height of his popularity, he turned down a multi-million dollar offer to return to school and enrich himself.

　　Now, he has moved to the foot of Mount Lu, where he spends his free time writing poetry, painting, spending time with his wife and children, and researching recipes.

　　While many are rushing to pursue fame and fortune, Yu Entai avoids socializing and hype, living a quiet life.

　　Some friends say he's not ambitious enough and doesn't know how to strive for success, to which he responds with a smile: "I don't believe that the success we see necessarily has any inherent value."

　　His attitude towards life is like the line he said in "My Own Swordsman": "Compared to inner happiness and fulfillment, what do fame and fortune matter?"

　　Zhuangzi said, "The mind of a sage is like a mirror; it neither anticipates nor resists, responds without clinging, thus it can overcome things without being harmed." A

　　person with a pure heart is not swayed by fame and fortune, upholds their original aspirations, and acts with integrity

　　and honesty. They may walk slower than others, but they will walk more steadily and further, living a life of peace and tranquility.

　　As Thoreau said in *Walden*, once a person has met their basic needs and is no longer preoccupied with fame or wealth, they can enjoy life more calmly and fully. Psychologist

　　Carl

　　Rogers said, "The most important thing in life is the ability to acquire happiness."

　　Life is the same every day; what differs is your mindset, your taste, and your mood.

　　Life may not be bustling, but the inner world must be rich, with things to reject and things to pursue.

　　No matter the circumstances, treat yourself well, maintain purity and propriety;

　　don't force yourself into circles that don't suit you, use your time to improve yourself, and spend time with those who are truly good to you;

　　never forget your original aspirations, be your pure self, free and at ease.

　　Simple and vibrant, this is the best life.

　　I really like a quote from the writer Bai Luomei:

　　"In this bizarre and bewildering world, no one can live a life of perfect ease.

　　But I always believe that those who have weathered storms and tasted all the flavors of life will be more vibrant and pure."

　　As time flows and life ebbs and flows, may we all retain a touch of elegance, hold onto our original aspirations, view the world with clarity, and live the rest of our lives with integrity.

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　　(The End)