Don’t let a narrow mindset hinder the journey of good deeds

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Yicheng · Jan 17, 2025
On the journey of advancing public welfare, we often encounter the criticism: “Your charity seems too religious.” This is a classic example of a narrow perspective—one that is influenced by bias, limitations, or even misunderstanding, and fails to truly consider the viewpoint of those involved in charitable efforts. To better explain our original intentions, it […]

On the journey of advancing public welfare, we often encounter the criticism: “Your charity seems too religious.” This is a classic example of a narrow perspective—one that is influenced by bias, limitations, or even misunderstanding, and fails to truly consider the viewpoint of those involved in charitable efforts. To better explain our original intentions, it is necessary to offer a clarification, and we hope that every reader can approach the journey of kindness with a broader perspective.

I. The essence of Yicheng welfare

Our commitment has been clear from the beginning. That is to pursue welfare and happiness for everyone, and to promote civilization for the world.

Since day one, our cause has been grounded in this belief. What’s truly thought-provoking, however, is that over the years, all of our funding and support have come, without exception, from the strength of people with religious faiths or spiritual beliefs—those who are committed to turning their faith, love, and kindness into tangible actions. Through their sincerity and dedication, they have helped advance our mission, spreading happiness and promoting civilization.

Unfortunately, up until now, we have not received support from those identified as “civilized individuals” or “non-believers.” In fact, this type of support has been absent.

II. Why does kindness require the basis of faith?

The path of kindness is never a smooth one. It requires unwavering belief, inner strength, and selfless dedication—qualities that faith provides. Kindness without the support of faith often lacks lasting motivation and struggles to endure the pressures and challenges of reality.

The supporters of our organization are willing to persist in doing good in this complex world precisely because of their deep faith. They understand that charity is not an easy task and may even involve sacrifice, yet they are still willing to shoulder this responsibility.

Here we would like to share a story.

A painter was interviewed by a host. The host candidly told him, “I don’t like your paintings at all, and I don’t think you’re a good artist.”

The painter smiled calmly and replied, “You’re right, and that’s exactly why I need to keep striving.”

This story teaches us that when faced with external doubt and misunderstanding, the important thing is not to argue, but to stay loyal to our beliefs and respond through actions. Our cause, much like the painter’s work, may not be understood by everyone, but that will not stop us from pursuing happiness and civilization. The voices of doubt will not hold us back; instead, they serve as a source of motivation for us to keep striving and improving.

III. Don’t judge our world through your narrow perspective

On the path of charity, we sometimes have to face not just challenges but also external misunderstanding and even hostile criticism. Some people try to use their own experiences, perspectives, and logic to make sense of our world and social issues, but such reasoning often lacks validity.

The reality of kindness is far more complex than they imagine. In some places, working to benefit society can come with the constant threat of losing one’s life. This isn’t an exaggeration. It’s the harsh reality many people involved in public welfare face. So, trying to understand the essence of charity through personal logic, without considering the deep faith and sense of mission behind it, only leads to distorted conclusions.

IV. Let kindness overcome the constraints of a limited view

In the face of these misunderstandings, we will not give up or back down. We believe that true kindness is not limited by narrow personal views, but is a force that can break through prejudice and cross boundaries.

Charity initiatives require not only the support of people of faiths and beliefs but also the understanding and participation of everyone. Each person has the choice to approach charity with an open mind, rather than criticizing and rejecting it with a narrow perspective.

No matter how the outside world evaluates us, we will continue to rely on the strength of our faith to stay true to the path of doing good. Just like the painter’s calm response to the host, doubt will only drive us to work harder, not retreat.

The meaning of public welfare lies in seeking happiness for all and civilization for the world. Through our actions, we hope to inspire more people to recognize and practice kindness, regardless of their faith, because kindness should be a universal value that transcends all boundaries.

Conclusion

Don’t allow personal narrow views to hinder kindness, and never let bias and misunderstanding diminish the efforts of those who contribute to public welfare. The world needs more understanding, support, and faith to unite in driving the progress of human happiness and civilization.

We are still on the journey, even though the road is fraught with challenges. Our belief remains unchanged: to seek welfare for all and civilization for the world. We firmly believe that true kindness is a light that is unafraid of doubt and sacrifice, one that will penetrate all narrowness and illuminate the entire world.

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漫談:人生における友情のいくつかの段階

Yicheng · Apr 6, 2025

人生という旅路において、友情は鏡のようなものであり、私たちの心の成長と生命の変化を映し出してくれます。幼い頃の無邪気な遊び仲間から、晩年における魂が通じ合った知己に至るまで、友情にも「段階」というものがあります。それは決して不変のものではなく、私たちの認識、価値観、そして人生の状態と共に、絶えず進化していくのです。以下に、人生における友情の主な五つの段階を挙げます。その一つひとつの層が、成長の証なのです。 第一段階:幼少期の遊び仲間——友情の芽生え 幼年期は、人間性が初めて開花する段階であり、友情の種もここで静かに蒔かれます。この段階の友情は、単純で純粋です。利益が絡むこともなく、価値観の一致が求められることもなく、多くは時間や空間の共有と、共通の遊びの楽しさに基づいていました。 第二段階:アイデンティティを共有する仲間——「自分とは誰か」を探して 思春期に入ると、個人は強い自己意識を持ち始めます。この時期の友情は、外的な活動から内面的な感情の交流へと移行し、友人同士は思想や秘密、悩みを分かち合うようになります。 これは、友情が初めて「内面的な自己同一性」と結びついた段階です。私たちは、ただ友人を受け入れるだけでなく、友人を選ぶことを始めるのです。 第三段階:支え合い、協力し合う仲間——共創と相互扶助の友情 成人初期から中年期は、人生で最も責任が重く、社会的な役割が最も多い段階です。友情もまた、単なる付き合いや愚痴を言い合うだけの関係ではなく、仕事や人生において互いに支え合い、共に成長するための資源となっていきます。 この段階の友情には、協力、利益、そして責任といった要素が溶け込み始めます。しかし、人生の厳しさゆえに、このような「苦楽を共にする」友情は、しばしばより強固で、より深いものとなるのです。 第四段階:精神世界を分かち合う仲間——互いを慰める、優しい灯台 中年期を越え、老年期へと入ると、経験と人生の深みが、価値観の昇華をもたらします。この段階の友情は、次第に功利的な側面から離れ、心の共鳴と精神的な安らぎを求めるようになります。 この段階における真の友人とは、「外面的な世界」における協力者ではなく、あなたの「内なる秩序」の共鳴者なのです。 第五段階:魂の伴侶——互いを照らし合う、生涯の知己 これは、友情における最高の段階です。言葉を必要とせず、言葉以上に深い、魂のレベルでの結びつきです。この種の友人は、決して多くはなく、一生のうちに一人出会えれば幸運かもしれません。しかし、その存在は、あなたの人生が無駄ではなかったと、確信させてくれるでしょう。 魂の伴侶とは、歳月が積み重なって初めて出会える可能性のある存在です。彼らは、あなたが自ら選んだ「友人」ではなく、運命が与えてくれた「知己」なのです。 結語:友情は、人生における成熟の縮図である 友情の段階とは、優劣を比べるものではなく、あなたの人生の各段階における必要性と成長を示してくれるものです。幼少期の「遊び仲間」から、晩年の「魂の知己」に至るまで、一つひとつの友情は鏡となり、私たちが世界をどう理解し、他人をどう理解し、そして自分自身をどう理解してきたかを映し出してくれます。。 成熟とは、友人が増え続けることではありません。誰が、本当に共に歩む価値のある人なのかを、あなたが次第に理解していくことです。人生の旅路は、時に孤独かもしれませんが、真の友情とは、広大な人々の海の中で、互いの心の灯火を灯し合うことなのです。

L’amitié à différents stades de la vie

Yicheng · Apr 6, 2025

Tout au long de la vie, l’amitié est comme un miroir qui reflète notre évolution et le chemin parcouru. Des compagnons de jeu insouciants de l’enfance aux compagnons d’âme de nos vieux jours, l’amitié n’est pas statique : elle évolue au fur et à mesure que notre esprit se développe, que nos valeurs changent et […]

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