Self-Cultivation

Name: Self-Cultivation
ISBN: 9787504494627

马银春China Commercial Publishing House · ChinaJul 2023

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Word count: 125K words
Chapters: 70
ISBN: 9787504494627

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Summary

The essence of self-cultivation is a process of self-sculpting, self-nurturing, and self-discipline. Only by going through this process can we see ourselves change and grow. For anyone who wants to change themselves, cultivate themselves, improve themselves, or even change their destiny, the true starting point is to become a person of high self-cultivation. Self-Cultivation brings together the wisdom and essence of moral and spiritual cultivation, guiding our every word and deed, our every thought.

Editor's review

Self-Cultivation, by Ma Yinchun, is a sincere work grounded in traditional culture that speaks directly to the spiritual predicaments of modern people. Rather than indulging in abstract speculation, the book translates the ancient Confucian wisdom of "cultivating the self, regulating the family, governing the state, and bringing peace to the world" into modern, everyday terms, aiming to offer contemporary readers in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment a practical path to self-improvement. The author's touch is steady and profound, and the structure is clear: from the cultivation of inner character and the regulation of daily conduct to the handling of interpersonal relationships and the expansion of one's professional horizons, the chapters build layer upon layer into a coherent system of self-cultivation. Its core value lies in not encouraging a success philosophy of quick wins, but rather advocating a slow craft of turning inward and building a solid foundation for life through continuous self-reflection and self-discipline. For readers who feel inwardly restless, lost in direction, or eager to elevate their personal realm and quality of life, this book is both a mirror and a patient guide. It draws on the classics yet remains accessible, and its methods are concrete without being trivial, reflecting the author's deep understanding of traditional culture and keen insight into real life. Reading it feels like an in-depth conversation with a wise person, guiding readers to find a quiet place in a noisy world where body and mind can settle.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers eager to find inner calm and motivation for growth through traditional cultural wisdom
People feeling lost or anxious at work or in life who wish to improve their self-management skills
Beginners interested in Confucian self-cultivation thought who want to understand its modern applications
Practitioners seeking to improve relationships and elevate personal cultivation and breadth of mind

Not a good fit for

Readers expecting instant, technique-driven "success secrets"
Readers wholly averse to or critical of traditional culture with no interest in deeper understanding

Reading tips

Read with a calm, reflective mindset, comparing the book's ideas with your own experience for self-examination
Don't rush to finish; try reading a short section each day and put the ideas into practice to grasp their meaning
Take simple notes as you read, record ideas that resonate, and think about how to apply them in life

About the publisher

China Commercial Publishing House China · Founded in 1980

Founded in 1980, China Commercial Publishing House focuses on books in economic management and commerce and circulation, while also covering inspirational growth, biography and foreign literature. Representative titles available in the database include The Old Man and the Sea, The Family Letters of Zeng Guofan, The Nightingale and the Rose, How to Stop Worrying and Start Living and A Message to Garcia, as well as practical finance and management works such as Chen Boxian's Lectures on Family Trusts, Corporate Layoffs, Job Transfers and Dismissals: Scheme Design and Risk Prevention, and A Complete Practical Guide to Corporate Incentive Mechanism Design. Its authors range from foreign masters such as Ernest Hemingway, Oscar Wilde and Dale Carnegie to An Ran, Zhang Chi, Fang Ming, Chen Boxian and Ye Mao. Given limited public information, its publishing profile is best seen in a diverse mix of classics and inspirational reading alongside practical finance and management titles.

版权信息
在修改中让自己更完美
1.认识自己才能修改自己
2.修改自己，就要征服自己
3.改变自己，改变命运
4. 修身先要修德，做人之根
5. 修身要学礼，不学礼无以立
6. 立身修心，要以孝为先
7. 做好人生“三戒”
8. 修炼完美性格
9.养成良好的习惯
10.进入婚姻，要消掉你的个性
11.做人需谨言慎行
12.时时警戒自己，要学会制怒
13.要有一个好人缘
14.朋友之交要淡如水
15.自省——认识自己，正视自己
16.不要盯着别人的缺点不放
17.崇尚节俭，滋养品德
18.学会感受生活的幸福
19.谦虚做人、低调处世
20.自律——在约束中让自己更完美
21.培养包容的大胸怀
22.培养平静安然的生活态度
23.培养礼让的大家风范
24.不以福喜，不以祸悲
25.乐于接受他人的批评
26.要培养中庸的生活智慧
27.要把好义与利这道关
28.修炼自己的忍功
29.开卷有益，多读些书
30.忠信笃敬，走遍天下
31.做人做事，要讲个“度”
32.修心，把心放大
33.培养吃亏的素养
34.宽容——不可或缺的生活态度
35.牢骚满腹要不得
36.修炼快乐工作的好心态
37.在婚姻中要修炼包容心和忍耐性
38.要灵活会变通，远离耿直
39.培养好心态，拯救自己
40.管理好自己的情绪
41.把握换位思考的处世原则
42.培养“和”的境界
43.培养仁爱的精神
44.存有一颗感恩之心
45.读懂得失
46.懂得知足
47.增强挫折容忍力
48.沉得住气，低得下头
49.对生活不必苛求
50.培养你的定力
51.乐于忘记
52.要学会适应生活
53.树立正确的财富观
54.要注重自己的形象
55.口才是人生的一堂必修课
56.修己之道，又以体育为本
57.吃苦——人生不可或缺的历练
58.人脉是一种能量，要学会交际
59.做人要自强自立
60.要懂得养生
61.游走社会，人情世故要处理好
62.读懂爱情、婚姻与生活的关系
63.摆正金钱、生活与幸福的关系
64.要注重别人的面子
65.修炼一技之长，好生存
66.成败面前要淡定
67.人生无常，放下争斗
68.幸福来自节制和自律

FAQ

How is this book different from the popular "chicken soup" motivational books on the market?

This book is rooted in deep Chinese traditional culture, especially Confucian self-cultivation thought, and has a systematic theoretical framework and historical depth. It goes beyond emotional comfort or slogan-style inspiration, focusing instead on concrete behavioral guidance and sustained self-discipline to achieve personal refinement, emphasizing the long-term and fundamental nature of inner cultivation.

Can I understand it without a background in traditional culture?

Absolutely. The author writes in accessible language grounded in everyday situations, and clearly explains and modernizes the classical references. The book is meant for modern readers and has a low barrier to entry; what matters is whether the reader is willing to think calmly and try putting it into practice.

What is this book mainly about?

Centered on "self-cultivation," the book systematically explores how to improve oneself through self-awareness, character development, emotional management, habit formation, cautious speech, and proper conduct. It covers everything from inner cultivation in solitude to the art of getting along with others, aiming to help readers build a more harmonious and stronger self so they can better meet life's and career's challenges.

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About the author

马银春 Author · China · 1974

Ma Yinchun, born in 1974 in Yongdeng, Lanzhou, Gansu, is an experienced writer and publishing professional who has worked in the book industry for more than a decade. He has long written popular books for general readers on motivation, management, social skills, and self-cultivation, and 95 of his titles are held in the collection, with subjects also extending to social culture, history, philosophy, and social psychology. Among them, the four "24 Lessons Heard at Peking University" volumes on wealth, history, philosophy, and management, together with works such as Businesspeople Should Learn Some Chinese Classics, Businesspeople Should Know Some History, and Businesspeople Should Understand Some Philosophy, reflect his approach of connecting the humanities with business practice and everyday cultivation. His writing is generally accessible and clearly organized, with an emphasis on practicality and readability. Publicly available information about his education, awards, and specific career history is limited, so these are not elaborated here.