Get a Thorough Understanding of Oneself

    In all one's life time it is oneself that one spends the most time being with or dealing with. ____

    When you are going upwards in life you tend to overestimate (高估) yourself. It seems that everything you seek for is within your reach. ____ It's likely that you think it wise for yourself to stay away from the outer world. Actually, you may keep the following tips in mind.

    Gain a correct view of oneself.

    You may look forward hopefully to the future but be sure not to expect too much, for dreams can never be fully realized. You may be brave to meet challenges but it should be clear to you where to direct your efforts. ____

Self-appreciate.

    Whether you compare yourself to a tall tree or a piece of grass, a high mountain or a small stone, you represent a state of nature. ____ If you sincerely admire yourself you'll have a real sense of self-appreciation.

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    In time of anger, do yourself a favor by releasing it in a quiet place; in time of sadness, do yourself a favor by sharing it with your friends; in time of tiredness, do yourself a favor by getting a good sleep.

A. It has its own value.

B. Do oneself a favor when it's needed.

C. Do yourself a favor when you meet with the attack of illness.

D. But it is precisely oneself that one has the least understanding of.

E. Especially if it is well within your reach, you are just too blind to see it.

F. When you are going downhill you tend to underestimate yourself for not being qualified.

G. So long as you have a perfect knowledge of yourself, there won't be difficulties you can't overcome.