If you look at the actual list, it's a recipe to living a generally happy life. If I had to summarize the list, it'd look like this: 1. Let go of small things.

If you look at the actual list, it's a recipe to living a generally happy life. If I had to summarize the list, it'd look like this: 1. Let go of small things. 2. Have sympathy for the people around you. 3. Repay your debts. 4. Don't lie, don't brag, and don't gossip. 5. Don't disparage yourself to fish for pity. 6. Be humble. Let your talents prove themselves. 7. Spend time on the things that matter to you. 8. Long list of stuff that's generally about living in moderation and maintaining your body and environment. There isn't much here to be smug about.