Dear readers and friends, today we are going to talk about a well-known rural proverb: "Don't borrow two for money, don't drink three for wine". Although this sentence may seem simple, it contains a profound philosophy of life. In our daily lives, whether it's dealing with money or drinking in social situations, these principles can give us inspiration and warning.
First of all, let's take a closer look at the meaning of "money doesn't borrow two". This tells us to be cautious about borrowing, especially to avoid lending to people who are living in hardship and living below the poverty line for a long time. According to the latest statistics, the incidence of rural poverty in the country was 1.7% in 2019 (National Bureau of Statistics), and although the country has made remarkable achievements in poverty alleviation, there are still some people living in difficulty, and although they need to borrow money, it is difficult to repay their debts. On the other hand, be wary of those who, although financially well, lack integrity and willingness to repay their debts. They may use the borrowed money to improve their own quality of life without returning it, which not only reflects their bad behavior, but also brings us financial losses and psychological stress.
Secondly, the saying "don't drink three things" reminds us of three principles that we should pay attention to when drinking socially. First of all, we should not force someone to drink, especially if the other person doesn't like it or is unwell. According to the study, the drinking rate of men in mainland China in 2020 was 55.5% and 15.8% of women (National Health Commission), drinking has become a habit in social interactions, but persuading people to drink alcohol may not only cause disgust from the other party, but also may bring health risks. Second, we need to avoid drinking alcohol from people we don't know. In social situations, especially in unfamiliar settings, casual drinking of alcohol from strangers is a safety hazard. Finally, we should not drink too much alcohol when we are depressed or in an unfamiliar environment. According to the 2018 Global Mortality Factor Disease Estimates, alcohol abuse has become a common social problem, and improper drinking can lead to health risks and safety hazards.
To sum up, these ancient rural sayings are not only the crystallization of wisdom, but also a reminder and warning of our daily life. We need to be sober and vigilant in dealing with money and social interactions, stick to our principles and bottom line, and avoid unnecessary risks and troubles.
Finally, I would like to share with you a few of the latest national policies that will help us better understand and cope with the challenges in life. The Regulations on Poverty Alleviation and Development in Rural Areas of China (2021 Revised Edition) clarifies the importance and support of the state for poverty alleviation, the Three-Year Action Plan for the Improvement of Rural Human Settlements (2021-2023) comprehensively improves and upgrades the rural environment, and the New Urbanization Plan (2014-2020) guides urban and rural development and optimal allocation of resources.
Hopefully, these will provide you with some new inspiration and understanding so that we can work together to create a better life!
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