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I f we do not properly care for our writing tools, it shows carelessness. If our words are written sloppily, it shows disrespect.


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B ooks should be organized and placed on the bookshelves in their proper places. After reading a book, we should put it back where it belongs.


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I n our studies, we should set a reasonable timetable and then study hard. With enough time and effort, we will thoroughly understand the text.


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W e should keep our room clean, our desk tidy, and our pens and pencils in their proper places.


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W hen studying, our mind, eyes, and mouth must be focused on our learning. All three must be wholeheartedly dedicated to learning.


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I f we are sincere in what we are doing but not acquiring knowledge, we will only be stubbornly following our viewpoints. We will never see the truth.


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D o not read books that are untruthful or immoral, for these will block our wisdom and undermine our aspirations.


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W hen reading a book, do not contemplate another. If we have not completed one, do not start another.


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A fter Doing the Above, the Arts Come Next ???? If we acquire knowledge but do not sincerely apply what we have learned, we will have only increased our conceit. What then will we become?


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W e should not readily talk about something we have not seen for it may not be the whole truth. We should not readily pass on to others what we do not know for sure.


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W hen we see the goodness of others, we should encourage ourselves to learn from them. Even if we are far behind them, gradually we will achieve as they have.


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W hen we see the faults of others, we should reflect on our own behavior. If we have the same fault, correct it. If we do not have this fault, we should always be alert and not make the same mistake.


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I f we accidentally make a mistake, it is only an error. But if we do it on purpose, it is definitely wrong.


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I f criticism makes us angry and compliments make us happy, we will attract bad company, while good friends will leave us.


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W hen our morals, knowledge, and skills are not as good as those of others, we should encourage ourselves to try harder.


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I f someone asks us to do something and we are not sure whether it is appropriate, we should not carelessly promise. If we do promise to do something [and it is inappropriate], we will be wrong whether we keep or break our promise.


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I f the clothes we wear and the food we eat are not as good as what others have, do not feel sad.


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C unning, deceptive speech and foul language should never be used. We should never conduct ourselves in an unruly manner.


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I t is better to talk a little than chat too much. Tell the truth; do not speak insincerely.


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I f we correct our faults and mistakes and do not repeat them, then they will cease. But if we try to cover them up, we will be doubly wrong.


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B eing Trustworthy ? When we speak, honesty counts the most. Deceit and lies are unacceptable.


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S ome people like to gossip and comment about the faults or good points of others. But if something does not concern us, we should not get involved.


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I f we are appreciative of criticism and uneasy with compliments, people who are virtuous, sincere, and trustworthy will gradually become our friends.


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W hen speaking, say each word unhurriedly, clearly, and correctly. Do not mumble or talk too fast.


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W e should not hide any possession, no matter how small, from our parents. If we do, they will feel hurt.


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