This entry examines the modern‑coined idiom 安于现状(ān yú xiàn zhuàng). Mostly pejorative, it denotes complacency with the status‑quo and lack of drive, covering its sources, key lesson and relevant English equivalents.
This entry explains the Chinese idiom 安常习故(ān cháng xí gù) from Lu Jiuyuan’s letter. It describes blind adherence to old routines, covering its origin, key lesson and corresponding English expressions.