blaming neither Heaven nor others

  • Doctrine of the Mean Chapter 14. At ease in every station

    The gentleman acts according to his present station and does not desire what lies beyond it.If he is in wealth and honor, he acts accordingly;if in poverty and lowliness, he acts accordingly;if among barbarians, he acts accordingly;if in distress and adversity, he acts accordingly.Thus, the gentleman is at ease wherever he finds himself.