Yue Lao Fortune Poems - Eighty-eighth Fortune Stick - Interpreting


Eighty-eighth Fortune Stick

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This is not what I mean by love.

Reading the Fortune Stick Poem

Life's journey is filled with inevitable disputes and misunderstandings, and love is no exception. True love and friendship can withstand trials and remain strong. Therefore, do not be troubled by conflicts in love or friendship. Genuine relationships can endure tests and reveal true character.

Interpreting the Poem

This stick emphasizes that when facing disputes, one should not see them purely as emotional issues. In love, it reminds us not to let external pressures influence our decisions, but to remain true to our feelings. It also advises a rational and objective approach to handling relationship issues, ensuring that emotions do not cloud judgment.