Shielding Family Harmony (苟擅为，子道亏)
Chapter 2: The Art of Honoring Family (入则孝)
DZG-016•Chapter 2: The Art of Honoring Family
苟擅为，子道亏
— Gǒu Shàn Wéi, Zǐ Dào Kuī
Modern Translation & Meaning
"Selfishness fractures family bonds. When you act as if your choices only impact you, you neglect the interconnected web of your family's wellbeing."
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