Flexibility
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Summary
Through a wealth of real-life cases and thought-provoking maxims, the book helps readers understand the art of conducting oneself, navigating social relationships, and solving problems. Its seven chapters offer clear, accessible explanations: the chapter on "Conducting Oneself" discusses a sense of proportion and boundaries, showing that kindness to others is the greatest wisdom; the chapter on "Getting Things Done" explains the strategies and logic of action; the chapter on "Navigating the World" explores the art of focusing on the present and thinking clearly; the chapter on "Failure" analyzes the importance of reverse thinking; the chapter on "Mindset" emphasizes that belief becomes a powerful spiritual force; the chapter on "Work" shares tips for thriving in the workplace; and the chapter on "Family" guides us to face the rebuilding and fostering of love.
Working through the entire book, we build a basic logic for getting things done, free ourselves from mental distress, stay calm in the face of difficulties, and keep achieving results.
Editor's review
Structurally, the book is rich in cases spanning workplace communication, interpersonal relations, and problem-solving, with a strong sense of situational immersion. Its value lies in offering readers a "non-standard-answer" approach—looking beyond rules and principles for more flexible and effective paths. It should be noted, however, that some of its views may overemphasize strategy at the expense of holding firm to principles; readers should absorb them critically in light of their own values. Overall, Flexibility works well as a supplementary read to spark ideas: it broadens our view of how to meet challenges, but should not be treated as an all-purpose manual for solving every problem. In today's fast-paced, unpredictable society, this exploration of "flexibility" itself has real value for reading and reference.
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers hoping to become more adaptable in the workplace and in interpersonal relationships
- Those interested in how the traditional Chinese idea of "expediency within principle" applies in modern life
- Thinkers who often feel constrained by rules or fixed ways of thinking and are looking for a way out
- Managers or professionals who must handle many non-standard, complex situations
Not a good fit for
- Readers seeking rigorous academic theory or systematic philosophical exposition
- Those expecting absolutely correct, standard-answer-style action guides
Reading tips
- Read the chapters relevant to the specific difficulties you face rather than feeling bound to read straight through
- Keep a critical mind while reading and weigh the book's suggested strategies against your own principles
- Use the book's cases as conversation starters with friends or colleagues to broaden your perspective on issues
About the publisher
Based in Suzhou, Guwuxuan Publishing House publishes in fields including Eastern philosophy, literary appreciation and foreign literature, as well as essays and philosophical readers. Judging from its catalog, the press carries Chinese classics such as A New Account of the Tales of the World, Reminiscences of Tao'an, Instructions for Practical Living and Discourses on Salt and Iron, while also offering Chinese translations of foreign literature including The Myth of Sisyphus, Rashomon, The Temple of the Golden Pavilion and Tagore's poetry collections. Its authors and translators include Liu Yiqing, Zhang Dai, Wang Shouren, Albert Camus, Ryunosuke Akutagawa, Yukio Mishima, Li Yumin and Chen Dewen. The press is characterized by giving equal weight to Chinese and foreign classics, combining the organization of traditional texts with the introduction of foreign literature. As public information is limited, this profile is based only on the books in our catalog.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 序
- 第一章 讲做人：你可以执着，但不能固执
- 让一步才会更进一步
- 你可以很聪明，但不能太精明
- 给人留面子，就是给自己挣面子
- 该示弱时就不要逞强
- 第二章 讲做事：进有招，退有术
- 此路不通就换一条路走
- 晴天留人情，雨天好借伞
- 格局要打开，眼光要放长远
- 贪多必败，见好就收
- 有些话要说在前头
- 第三章 讲处世：随机应变方能逆风翻盘
- 行事不勉强，不打无把握的仗
- 碰壁要反思，莫要一条道走到黑
- 在关键环节比别人多投入2%
- 千万个开始不如一个完结
- 忽略那些对你不重要的事情
- 第四章 讲失败：拥有被拒绝的勇气才能活得自由
- 以知足的心态对待一切
- 有竞争才会有发展动力
- 找“领头羊”做你的对手
- 最强的敌人莫过于你自己
- 第五章 讲心态：人生没有什么不可放下
- 不要成为被盛名宠坏的人
- 你的人生不该被别人左右
- 宽恕别人的错误
- 胜人者有力，自胜者强
- 第六章 讲工作：职场要努力，升职加薪有诀窍
- 有能力很重要，但善于推销自己更重要
- 只有不可取代才不会被淘汰
- 你的未来是自己规划出来的
- 成功的标准不是合格，而是超越预期
- 比有靠山更可靠的是让自己有价值
- 第七章 讲家庭：婚姻很重要，但别丢了自己
- 不完美是常态，幸福也会有瑕疵
- 改变不了对方，就改变自己的沟通方式
- 妥协未必是弱者，适时转身是智慧
- 不要用钱来衡量幸福
FAQ
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About the author
Public information about Ma Haotian is limited, and his nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background cannot currently be confirmed. Judging from the 16 works held in the library, he is a writer specializing in the popularization and application of psychology, with common categories covering social psychology, inspirational growth, applied psychology, and management. His representative works include Micro-Emotion Psychology, Micro-Expression Psychology, Micro-Reaction Psychology, Effective Socializing: Key Techniques and Methods for Perfect Communication, and Read Sales Psychology in One Book, along with psychology collections and boxed sets. Overall, Ma Haotian's writing focuses on translating psychological knowledge into practical methods for communication, socializing, and self-management in daily life. His subjects are close to real life and his style is accessible and easy to read, making his books suitable for general readers seeking an introduction and practical reference.
