It’s online! “Rui Xin Xiao Zhu” warmly opens its doors, accompanying you on your journey to mountains and seas.


2026 marks the starting point of a journey and also serves as an anchor for new hope. May each of us become the master of our own lives and set forth toward the mountains and seas that await us.

Dear family members:

2026 marks the starting point of a journey and also serves as an anchor for new hope. May each of us become the master of our own lives and set out toward the mountains and seas that are uniquely ours.

Here, “Rui Xin Xiao Zhu” wishes you—

PART.01: May you shake hands and make peace with the past.

 

In the new year, gently pack up your past baggage, let go of attachments, and embrace growth. Leave behind all those old regrets, those people and events that have drifted far away. From now on, there’s no need to look back—or to feel anxious.

May you carry the gifts of time with you, filled with passion, and step onto the next stage. May the light in your eyes always shine brightly, and may the path beneath your feet always be clear and open.

PART.02: May you always have the courage to start over from scratch.

Every New Year brings a fresh start, and every new day can be a brand-new beginning as well. Don’t be afraid of failure, and don’t fear starting over from scratch. Just calm your mind and keep moving forward—each step you take is a prologue to taking another step closer to success. There’s no single “right” answer in life; those who dare to start anew always radiate their own inner light.

May you carry this courage and embrace this optimism, braving the thorns and wading through the reeds, walking toward the sun. Each new beginning is an opportunity to meet a better version of yourself.

PART.03: May you have the ability to keep learning continuously.

So-called learning is never exclusive to any particular age—it’s a lifelong marathon that spans our entire lives. As the new year begins, you can pick up a book, master a new skill, or explore an uncharted field. Every step you take outward—expanding your horizons—is a way of broadening the boundaries of your life and building the courage to face it all.

The knowledge you actively acquire will become your inner strength, supporting you through life’s uncertain moments. The experiences you’ve carefully accumulated with dedication will turn into stepping stones, lifting you higher and farther on your journey.

PART.04: May you be able to recognize your own emotions and gain a deeper understanding of yourself.

In the new year, I hope you’ll learn to see yourself more clearly. Try to find stillness amidst the hustle and bustle, listen closely to the voice within, and notice the longings hidden behind your sense of loss. Embrace the vulnerability and unease that emerge from those emotions.

When you can clearly become aware of your inner self, you’ll no longer be swept away by anxiety or trapped in confusion. May you find a clear sense of self-awareness in the ocean of emotions, living with clarity and ease.

PART.05: May you continually give yourself the opportunity to make corrections.

In the new year, as we face challenges, let’s strive to be like a stream—turning around mountains and merging with waters. Life is never a straight, unyielding path; those winding roads and wrong choices are simply signals reminding us to adjust our course. Each correction we make brings us closer to becoming a better version of ourselves.

Allow yourself to take things a bit slower, be a little clumsy—find your rhythm through stumbling and fumbling, and cultivate inner confidence through repeated adjustments. In the days ahead, may you carry this sense of ease with you, moving forward steadily and improving more and more with each passing day.

PART.06: May you be filled with passion and set forth toward the mountains and seas.

In the new year, you should embrace a fresh passion. Fall in love with the flowers shrouded in morning mist, fall in love with the rain at dusk, and cherish those tiny, tender moments of warmth in everyday life. Venture into paths you’ve never imagined, climb mountains you’ve never seen, and keep a rendezvous with the distant horizon.

Passion can overcome any mountain high and road long; dreams are undaunted by any obstacles or long journeys ahead. In the new year, may we all find what truly brings us joy, pursue what we deeply love, and move forward with unwavering determination.

PART.07: May you face life’s tumultuous waves yet remain calm and composed at heart.

Composure is a skill. When life’s waves suddenly rise, this skill enables you to pierce through the haze of panic and see clearly the path beneath your feet; it allows you to hear the voice of your inner self even amidst the clamor of bustling crowds. This composure will firmly catch you, helping you stand tall in life, embrace its richness, and gain clarity about your own heart.

May we, having seen countless landscapes and experienced the ups and downs of life, still carry a sense of composure and continue forward with firm steps.

PART.08: May you pass every hurdle and resolve every matter.

Some say that the difficulties you’re facing right now may seem inexplicable and unpredictable for now—but they’re not meaningless. They’re just a “point,” waiting for the path you’ve walked so far to join with them, eventually forming a unique line that’s entirely yours. So don’t shrink back, don’t dwell in worry; every hurdle you’re overcoming today will one day bring you the answers you seek.

You don’t need to worry about the long road ahead, fraught with countless hurdles. Trust me—every bit of effort you’ve ever put in has been quietly paving the way for you; every bit of experience and accumulation you’ve gained is now the confidence you’ll draw upon as you face the future. When you truly stand before adversity, you’ll realize that you already possess ample strength to overcome any challenge.

Finally, standing at the threshold of a new year, “Rui Xin Xiao Zhu” wishes you this: May all that you seek find a response, and may every thought you hold reach its fulfillment. May all the hopes hidden deep within your heart come true as promised; may the path beneath your feet always be wide and smooth. Even if you happen to encounter storms along the way, you’ll have the strength to keep your pace steady and step confidently into a new year brimming with brilliance.

 

Source: CCTV News

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