生命，是大自然最珍貴的禮物。每個生命都是獨一無二的，但其價值和意義卻是共同的。生命雖然如朝露般短暫，但卻具有改變世界的潛力。從微小的單細胞到人類文明的巔峰，歷史告訴我們，即使最卑微的生命也能帶來深刻的改變。
因此，珍惜生命不應該只停留在理念上，而必須體現在行動上。真正尊重生命，不僅包括個人的健康和成長，還包括社會和環境面向——保護自然、促進社區和諧、為子孫後代創造可持續的生活條件。當我們專注於實現生命的價值，時間和精力自然會流向真正有益的追求。
生命本質上是自然的一部份；它的存在不是為了實現自身的目標，而是為了實現自然的目標。死亡不是目標，而是一種終結，是生命的一部份，它不會削弱生存本能的韌性。因此，當生命保持自由和靈活性時，它就更能適應環境，應對變化，避免落入固定目標的陷阱。動物王國就是一個典型的例子：獅子活著並不是為了成為"叢林之王"；它的本能是狩獵、繁殖和照顧群體，維持生存的平衡。
隨著人類思想和自我意識的發展，我們開始為自己的生活設定目標和期望。雖然這能提供動力，但也會增加壓力和緊張。社交媒體放大了比較與競爭，人們常常用"成就"來衡量自我價值，導致了普遍的焦慮——這是過度追求"成功"的結果。
目標提供了方向和動力，本質上並不是消極的。問題在於，如果我們將成就視為存在感的唯一來源，並且過度執著於結果，就會忽略過程的喜悅，讓生活變得單調乏味。企業家在追求遠大目標的過程中，往往承受著巨大的心理壓力；奧運冠軍奪得金牌後的迷茫，就是存在感與成就感衝突的典型例子。
我們需要重新審視"目標"的角色：它應該是旅程的中點，而不是目的地。當我們注重意識的成長，不再讓外在的成就限制自我價值，生命就獲得了最高的尊嚴和自由。存在主義提醒我們，生命的存在先於其被賦予的意義。我們可以自由創造，不受目標的限制。這樣，生命的存在本身就成為終極的價值和意義。
如果我們的行動以存在為中心，就能最大限度地減少挫折。目標應該圍繞著實際需要和長期福祉，而不是遙遠的幻想。從日常生活做起，選擇一種能夠維持健康與活力的生活方式，例如適度的飲食和運動，而不是追求極端的健身標籤。這樣的目標既可以實現，又能帶來穩定的滿足感，自然地增強了我們的存在感。
生命的核心需要，是穩定和真實的存在。任何旨在滿足這項需要的行動，如果真正付諸實施，都能帶來持久的幸福和穩定。相反，偏離這一核心需要的追求往往會導致挫折和痛苦。這也是聯合國永續發展目標的深刻內涵：以人類的長遠生存為中心，實現經濟、社會、環境的平衡，不為短期利益而犧牲未來的發展。
大自然是生命的賜予者，它的運作規律——進化、平衡和相互依存——不可違背。我們應該在每一個選擇和行動中實踐感恩之心，尊重生命的多樣性，建立與自然和諧共處的內在秩序。只有這樣，我們才能在日常生活和工作中保持明確的方向和平靜的心態，讓人生保持在正確的軌道上。背離自然法則往往代價高昂，甚至可能危及我們的生存。
歷史也為我們提供了深刻的啟示：第二次世界大戰期間，無數人為了集體自由而犧牲自己；今天，科技進步（例如無人機的使用）正在努力將生命損失降至最低。這些變化體現了一種倫理道德的轉向──存在的價值超越了暫時的得失，生命的尊嚴是不可剝奪的底線。
我們的存在本身就是一個奇蹟。當我們與大自然和諧相處，並透過家庭、社區和全球網絡相互連結，就能以更強的韌性繼續蓬勃發展。專注成長，珍惜每一刻，所有的努力都會匯聚成改變命運的力量。
這就像園丁的日常生活：不追求完美，只是細心澆水、耐心修剪，與植物共存的過程本身就是豐碩的收穫。這表明，改善我們的生活並不需要宏大的敘事；只要忠於自己的存在，就能釋放無限的可能。歸根究柢，人生不是一場比賽，而是一場舞蹈——讓我們在大自然的節奏中，尋找永恆的喜悅。
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The path to Tranquility (49)
Acting for life
Life is nature's most precious gift. Each life is unique, yet its value and significance are shared. Though fleeting like morning dew, life holds the potential to transform the world. From the tiny single cell to the pinnacle of human civilization, history shows us that even the humblest of life can bring about profound change.
Therefore, cherishing life shouldn't just be a concept; it must be reflected in action. True respect for life encompasses not only personal health and growth but also social and environmental aspects—protecting nature, promoting community harmony, and creating sustainable living conditions for future generations. When we focus on realizing the value of life, our time and energy will naturally flow toward truly beneficial pursuits.
Life is inherently part of nature; it exists not to fulfill its own goals but to achieve the goals of nature. Death is not a goal but an end, a part of life that does not weaken the resilience of the survival instinct. Therefore, when life maintains freedom and flexibility, it is more adaptable to its environment, responding to change and avoiding the trap of fixed goals. The animal kingdom provides a classic example: a lion does not live to become "king of the jungle"; its instincts are to hunt, reproduce, and care for the group, maintaining a balance of survival.
As human thought and self-awareness develop, we begin to set goals and expectations for our lives. While this can provide motivation, it can also increase stress and tension. Social media amplifies comparison and competition, and people often measure their self-worth by "achievement," leading to widespread anxiety—the result of an excessive pursuit of "success."
Goals provide direction and motivation and aren't inherently negative. The problem is that if we view achievement as the sole source of our sense of existence and become overly obsessed with the outcome, we overlook the joy of the process and make life monotonous and boring. Entrepreneurs often endure immense psychological pressure in the pursuit of ambitious goals. The confusion experienced by Olympic champions after winning a gold medal is a classic example of the conflict between a sense of existence and a sense of accomplishment.
We need to re-examine the role of "goals": they should be the midpoint of a journey, not the destination. When we focus on the growth of consciousness and no longer allow external achievements to limit our self-worth, life attains the highest dignity and freedom. Existentialism reminds us that life's existence precedes its assigned meaning. We can freely create, unconstrained by goals. In this way, the very existence of life becomes the ultimate value and meaning.
If our actions are centered on our existence, we can minimize frustration. Goals should revolve around practical needs and long-term well-being, not distant fantasies. Start with daily life, choosing a lifestyle that maintains health and vitality, such as a moderate diet and exercise, rather than pursuing extreme fitness labels. Such goals are both achievable and provide a stable sense of satisfaction, naturally strengthening our sense of existence.
The core need of life is a stable and authentic existence. Any action aimed at satisfying this need, if truly implemented, can bring lasting happiness and stability. Conversely, pursuits that deviate from this core need often lead to frustration and suffering. This is also the profound meaning of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: centered on long-term human survival, achieving a balance between the economy, society, and the environment, and not sacrificing future development for short-term gains.
Nature is the giver of life, and its laws of operation—evolution, balance, and interdependence—cannot be violated. We should practice gratitude in every choice and action, respect the diversity of life, and establish an inner order of harmony with nature. Only in this way can we maintain clear direction and peace of mind in our daily lives and work, keeping our lives on track. Deviating from natural laws is often costly and may even endanger our survival.
In any situation, we can apply the principle of "existence as the highest goal" to our actions. Before every choice, we must first weigh the need for life and the cost, and then consider the pros and cons of achieving the goal. If an action could seriously threaten our own life or the lives of others, we should be cautious or even abandon it, unless the result would significantly save more lives.
History also offers profound lessons: during World War II, countless people sacrificed themselves for collective freedom; today, technological advances (such as the use of drones) are striving to minimize the loss of life. These changes reflect an ethical shift—the value of existence transcends temporary gains and losses, and the dignity of life is an inalienable bottom line.
Our very existence is a miracle. When we live in harmony with nature and connect with one another through families, communities, and global networks, we can thrive and thrive with greater resilience. By focusing on growth and cherishing every moment, all our efforts will converge into a force that can change our destiny.
This is like a gardener's daily life: not striving for perfection, but simply watering carefully, pruning patiently, and the process of coexisting with the plants itself is a fruitful harvest. This shows that improving our lives doesn't require grand narratives; simply being true to our own existence can unlock infinite possibilities. Ultimately, life is not a race, but a dance—let us find eternal joy in the rhythm of nature.
On June 20, 2023
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