452. The Future Development Direction of the Sect
Starting this year, we will gradually cease all business operations within China—overseas business has developed, and business in China is becoming increasingly difficult. Economic deflation and limited social opportunities have led to significant layoffs and the withdrawal of foreign companies from China. There are too many shamanic practices in China, and the government may tighten regulations. The wealth of overseas Chinese is astonishing—we will focus more on developing overseas clients.
453. Why does the sect mainly conduct overseas business?
Last year I did too many divinations—over 300-400 within China, and 200 for talismans. I'm almost 50; I can't keep going like this for a few more years. I need to focus on high-quality clients—I can earn more money with less work. High volume, low prices, and small profits are effective when you're young, but you can't do it in your 50s and 60s. I also need to attract high-end overseas clients. Existing domestic clients who need help can continue to contact me. This year, I'll focus on improving the quality of my divinations. Anything related to feudal superstition will be handled by overseas clients. I'll talk more after focusing solely on overseas clients. Be careful if you receive anything from me domestically—with the economy downturn, many shamans are resorting to sorcery, and the government is cracking down hard; I don't want to get involved in that.
454. What will happen to students whose mentors are based in China in the future?
All domestic students are being transferred to the Great Health Project—using the essence of herbs and the power of energy fields to quickly and efficiently resolve physical, mental, and cognitive issues. It aims to change the individual's body, mind, character, energy, and attitude towards life without the need for talismans. It is legal and ethical—involving activities such as drinking tea, practicing exercises, meditation, and copying scriptures, combined with knowledge of the laws of nature and human law, without involving deities or immortals. We will strive to recommend this project to friends and help them develop their skills. Those who can go abroad will continue on my path. Although I am not personally leading the project, I aim to ensure a safe transition for everyone, using legal, ethical, and safe methods to benefit, guide, and change sentient beings.
455. Main Contents of the New Year Storytelling Session
1. Summary of the content of the Heavenly Way—a human instruction manual, a handbook for the human world. 2. Rules of Humanity—things that are not taught in schools but are very useful. 3. Humanistic cultivation—the unity of heaven and man, the humanistic heart of heaven or the humanistic heart of Buddha, how to apply and combine them.
456. Main Directions of the New Year Storytelling Session
1. Mortal World Practice – This requires individuals who can be present in each city and community to guide people in practicing legally and legitimately. 2. Reincarnation Storytelling – Pre-recorded. 3. On-site Q&A, Analysis of Prophecies and Cases – Ten carefully selected client interpretations of divination texts to aid understanding of the pronouncements, which is also helpful for those working as overseas assistants.
457. The Role of Unique and High-Quality Social Resources
Engaging in the exchange of benefits—appearance, eloquence, cognition, ability, tools. Small quantities but large individual items (Musk's rockets), or high volume with low profit margins (divination). High volume and high profit are extremely powerful—if you can't achieve that, choose one. The exchange of benefits determines wealth.
458. The main reason why one is poor all one's life and has no value.
The resources you possess don't have much exchange value—no one wants a PhD student in geology; they'd be better off selling steamed buns. It depends on how much social resources and how much benefit you can ultimately generate from your efforts and accumulation.
459. Why is the value of academic qualifications depreciating nowadays?
In ancient times, a successful exchange with the imperial court was a great achievement. The 1980s and 90s saw a booming economy that demanded highly skilled professionals—allowing people to reap the benefits of societal growth. Now, opportunities are fewer, demand is lower, but more people are learning—allowing for less money to hire more educated individuals. Society has fewer places where highly educated people are needed.
460. How to solve the problem of academic qualification devaluation?
1. **Employment:** While others have master's degrees, you get a doctorate; while others have 985 universities, you get Tsinghua or Peking University; while others have Tsinghua, you get MIT, Harvard, or Imperial College. 2. **Developing New Locations:** Demand increases on Mars, Mercury, Saturn, and Jupiter. The second option isn't immediately feasible—you can only expand your resources or reassess yourself to acquire more valuable and unique social resources.
461. How can an ordinary human being live a good life?
Ordinary people just follow the crowd—never delving into the root causes. Instead, consider what's truly important in life. Work is no longer closely related to education—that was a demand for education in a booming era. Many people without formal education are doing quite well—because they have access to unique, high-quality social resources. Marriage spans 50 to 60 years, yet we don't learn how to manage it. How to educate children, maintain physical health, and keep a sharp mind—no one ever teaches that. Instead, think about it the other way around—list out the most important experiences in your life, and learn in advance the prerequisites, preparations, challenges, what to do at each stage, how to do it well, and what problems you might encounter. Measure what's most profitable—build a solid foundation before you even start using it to make money.
462. Vested Interest Groups
Unique and high-quality social resources are concentrated in the hands of a few—resource stagnation. This applies to the human realm, the celestial realm, the Buddhist realm, the Taoist realm, and the immortal realm. Not being born early and endlessly reincarnating—accept reality.
463. Why is our sect a unique and high-quality resource in society?
Providing interesting, unheard-of, reincarnation-based, and effective methods of divination and fortune-telling to change and benefit sentient beings. Creating new supply and demand relationships—also requiring requests from higher-ups. Not novel in the Dharma realm, but a first for the human world.
464. How to establish good relationships with resource owners
Learn interpersonal skills and abilities to make resource owners willing to allocate resources to you. Build trust—leave an impression. 15 words: loyalty, filial piety, righteousness, benevolence, ability, wisdom, courage, striving, integrity, innovation, affection, learning, harmony, peace, purity. You need to possess at least three to leave a lasting impression.
465. What are the habits of those in positions of power?
1. Efficiency mindset – introduce the matter in three sentences, think of a solution in three minutes, and explain it clearly in one minute. 2. Can see through you in a second – don't try to hide anything. 3. Especially likes to give you pointers – says one thing and you either understand or you don't, no more nonsense. 4. Dislikes being refuted and doesn't want to hear explanations.
466. positive and negative prediction
Everything you do is to ensure your superiors have a positive impression of you. When a leader wants to accomplish something, they anticipate who can succeed within their sphere of influence; in times of crisis, they consider who can help them resolve the situation; when problems arise, they look for someone to cover for them; and when difficulties occur, they look for someone who will step in without hesitation. Your usual performance determines your future.
467. Password to get closer to the resource owner (superior).
Loyalty: Loyalty is paramount. Filial Piety: Respect, gratitude, and reciprocation. Righteousness: In times of danger, will you retreat first or will the leader retreat first? Are you willing to take the blame for the leader? Benevolence: Lack of benevolence and righteousness will lead to problems in managing subordinates. Ability: Competence. Wisdom: Adaptability, problem-solving ability, and understanding the leader's intentions. Courage: Be brave enough to be the first to do something and be the first to follow. Striving: Be ruthless to yourself. Righteousness: Right mindfulness and a sense of responsibility. Creativity: Competence, quick understanding, and the ability to create and complete tasks. Empathy: Empathy with the leader. Learning: Learning ability. Unity: Uniting the strength of others. Peace: Making the leader feel at ease. Purity: Be loyal to one's chosen path.
468. How to successfully acquire resources from leaders
First, understand your leader—what they want to do, and base your needs on theirs. Second, observe what your competitors are doing, what they're saying, and what their strengths and weaknesses are—surpass them all to get your leader's attention. Only by creating something truly exceptional can you seize small opportunities.
469. Taboos after acquiring resources
Know clearly who gave you that title—avoid arrogance, impatience, and humility. Otherwise, your superiors will think you're taking advantage of their favor and overshadowing them; your colleagues will also try to sabotage you. The art of letting your superiors do as they please—over a year or two, their behavior will reveal your character, morality, cognition, abilities, and temperament, allowing for a redistribution of resources accordingly. If you can't unite many people within three to five years, there's definitely something wrong with your character and work.
470. How to handle disagreements with your superior?
You can offer suggestions, but within limits—don't argue. Saying, "I'll try to do it my way for two or three months, and if it doesn't work, I'll switch back"—this is giving advance notice and isn't unexpected. Cooperate with your superior to solve problems they can't solve—protect their interests and rights. Express gratitude when your superior points at you—don't oppose or argue. Never keep things to yourself—only you should know your superior's private affairs; if you hear about them from others, you're likely doomed.
471–480. those who are close to those in high positions: loyalty, filial piety, righteousness, benevolence, ability, wisdom, courage, peace, harmony, and purity.
Loyalty – Loyalty is paramount. Filial Piety – Respect, gratitude, and reciprocation. Righteousness – In times of danger, do you retreat first or does the leader retreat first? Are you willing to take the blame and shoulder the responsibility for the leader? Benevolence – Fairness and benevolence, leading to problems in managing subordinates but hindering overall success. Competence – Having the ability or having moved people in many ways. Wisdom – Adaptability, problem-solving, and comprehension. Courage – Being the first to follow bravely. Peace – Putting the leader at ease. Unity – Uniting the strength of others. Purity – Staying true to one's principles.