Welcome notions from others,
Don't follow them,
If the mind doesn't say, yes.
Welcome criticism
for your work, words,
And when you advise one
for his welfare,
Don't react
if irritation creeps in and coils.
Welcome advice
after you don't perform
Or you're about to lose the game,
Don't stare at them
nor be peevish that time.
Welcome whatever they offer you
As they might be profitable for your present and future,
And because they might be better
in their approach,
And because their experience
might be worth applying,
And because they might have faced such severe situations,
And because the rain
brings bliss along with it.