Love and choices across time and space

Li Yifeng sat alone in front of the French window in his office, gazing at the bustling city nightscape outside, a flood of emotion welling up in his heart. Past experiences played endlessly in his mind like a movie, and at this moment, his heart was filled with gratitude.

He recalled the hardships of his early days, filled with passion and dreams, yet constantly facing obstacles. Funding shortages, technical difficulties, and a loss of talent—each one of these challenges weighed on him like a mountain, weighing him down. Yet, it was precisely those countless days and nights of anxiety and hard work that taught him resilience and perseverance.

"If I hadn't experienced those setbacks back then, I might not understand how hard success is to come by, nor would I have the courage and determination to face difficulties today." Li Yifeng murmured to himself, his eyes revealing determination.

He still remembers a time when a poor decision led the company into a major crisis. Accusations from partners, doubts from employees, and market pressure nearly plunged him into despair. But it was that painful lesson that taught him the importance of caution and reflection, and how to find opportunities in difficult situations.

"Although that failure was painful, it became the most valuable lesson in my life. It made me understand my own shortcomings and made me cherish every opportunity for success even more." Li Yifeng had a wry smile on his face, but his heart was full of gratitude.

Li Yifeng also recalled the partners who had fought alongside him. Some parted ways due to differences in philosophy, while others chose to leave due to excessive pressure. But it was the comings and goings of these people that made him understand the importance of teamwork and taught him how to better communicate and collaborate with others.

"Every partner who left taught me something, allowing me to constantly improve myself and build a more cohesive team." Li Yifeng's eyes softened and his thoughts drifted away.

He is grateful to those who have helped him. When he was in the most difficult time, the guidance of a senior helped him find a new direction. When the capital chain was about to break, a friend lent a hand without hesitation and helped him through the difficult time.

"Their kindness and generosity make me believe that there is always warmth and hope in this world. I must pass on this love and help more people in need." Li Yifeng clenched his fists and vowed secretly.

Li Yifeng is also grateful to those who have criticized and questioned him. Although their voices were harsh, they enabled him to stay awake and constantly reflect and improve himself.

"It is because of their encouragement that I can make continuous progress and surpass myself." Li Yifeng showed a humble smile on his face.

On a quiet weekend, Li Yifeng returned to his hometown. The mountains and rivers there remained unchanged, and the familiar streets and smiles of the villagers made him feel extremely close. He recalled his impoverished childhood, when his parents worked hard and saved money to support his schooling.

"It is my parents' efforts and expectations that gave me the courage and motivation to leave the mountains. I must let them live a happy life." Tears flashed in Li Yifeng's eyes.

He visited his former teacher, whose teachings and encouragement he still remembers.

"Teacher, it is you who made me see the power of knowledge and gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams." Li Yifeng bowed deeply to the teacher.

After returning to the company, Li Yifeng put his gratitude into action. He established a gratitude fund within the company to help employees and their families facing difficulties. He also regularly organized training and sharing sessions to enable employees to continue to grow and improve.

At a company's annual meeting, Li Yifeng stood on the stage and said affectionately to all employees: "Dear partners, our achievements today are inseparable from every experience we have had. Let us be grateful for the past, cherish the present, and create a better future together!" There was warm applause from the audience, and everyone's eyes were filled with hope and emotion.

Li Yifeng began to participate more actively in public welfare. He sponsored children in impoverished areas to go to school, sending them books and school supplies; he participated in environmental protection projects, striving to contribute to the sustainable development of the earth.

During an exchange activity with sponsored children, a child took his hand and said, "Uncle, when I grow up I want to be like you and help more people." At that moment, Li Yifeng felt extremely gratified.

"Everything I do is to repay those who have helped and supported me, and to bring more love and hope to this world," Li Yifeng wrote in his diary.

However, the road to gratitude wasn't always smooth. Sometimes, his good deeds were misunderstood and even maliciously attacked. But Li Yifeng never gave up, believing firmly in the infinite power of gratitude.

Once, a student he sponsored failed the college entrance examination and fell into self-doubt and despair. Li Yifeng personally sought out the student and had a long talk with him, sharing his own story of failure and resurgence.

"Child, one failure does not mean forever. As long as you are grateful and face it bravely, the future will definitely be better." With Li Yifeng's encouragement, the student cheered up and was eventually admitted to his ideal university.

During the company's development, Li Yifeng also encountered malicious suppression from competitors and market fluctuations. However, he always maintained a grateful attitude and regarded these difficulties as opportunities for growth.

"It is these challenges that enable us to continue to innovate and enhance our core competitiveness," said Li Yifeng at the company's high-level meeting.

Over time, Li Yifeng's act of gratitude not only won him the respect and praise of society, but also brought a good reputation and more cooperation opportunities to the company.

On a quiet night, Li Yifeng sat in his study, the soft light illuminating his pensive face. He gently flipped open an old photo album, and the yellowed photos seemed to take him back to the past.

He saw himself, a young, immature man, fresh out of his budding career, wearing an ill-fitting suit, his eyes filled with confusion and longing for the future. "Back then, I knew nothing, relying solely on a whim to carve out a niche," Li Yifeng smiled and shook his head, his heart filled with nostalgia for those naive days.

He remembered working overtime for a project for several nights, so exhausted he fell asleep at his desk. He woke up the next day and continued to work intensely. "Thinking back on that desperate energy, it's truly admirable," Li Yifeng muttered to himself with emotion.

Another time, he made a naive mistake during an important business negotiation, nearly leading to the collapse of the partnership. "At that time, I felt like the sky was falling and my career was over," Li Yifeng said, a flicker of pain in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination. "But it was that failure that taught me to stay calm and be fully prepared during negotiations."

Li Yifeng continued flipping through the album and came across a photo of himself with his first entrepreneurial team. Back then, they were filled with passion and ideals. Despite the challenging conditions, everyone's eyes sparkled. "Unfortunately, the team later disbanded for various reasons. But those days of struggle together are forever etched in my heart." Li Yifeng's fingers gently stroked the photo, as if he could sense the passion and dreams of that time.

He recalled a benefactor he had once met who, at his most difficult time, had introduced him to an important client and helped revive his company. "Without his help, I don't know how much longer I would have been groping in the dark," Li Yifeng said, his heart filled with gratitude.

Li Yifeng also recalled his former rivals, whose strength and excellence inspired his fighting spirit and encouraged him to continuously improve his abilities and strategies. "Although they were my rivals, they also motivated me to move forward," Li Yifeng said with respect.

During a trip, Li Yifeng met a wise man. They spent the night conversing by the sea, his words illuminating his inner confusion like a beacon. "That encounter led me to deeper reflection on life and career, and taught me that success isn't just about money and status, but also about inner fulfillment and contribution to the world." Li Yifeng recalls that night, the scent of the sea breeze still lingering on his nose.

Li Yifeng decided to record his gratitude in words. Every day he would write down his feelings and reflections on his past experiences in his diary.

"Today, I want to thank my past self for being so brave in pursuing my dreams and never giving up even when I was bruised and battered."

"I'm grateful to those who once laughed at me. Their gazes made me more determined to prove myself."

“I’m grateful for the sunshine every morning, which gives me the opportunity to start over and embrace new challenges and opportunities.”

Li Yifeng's writing is full of power and emotion, as if it were a love letter to the past.

To spread gratitude to more people, Li Yifeng started holding sharing sessions within the company. He invited employees to share their own growth stories and encouraged everyone to be grateful for every little blessing in life.

"We often ignore the beauty around us. In fact, every difficulty and every person who has helped us are treasures in life." Li Yifeng said emotionally at the sharing session.

Li Yifeng has also incorporated the element of gratitude into the company's corporate culture. He set up a gratitude wall where employees can post their own words of gratitude and photos.

"We must make gratitude a habit and make the company a big family full of love and warmth." Li Yifeng looked at the full content on the gratitude wall and felt very gratified.

At a charity dinner, Li Yifeng met a young man he had sponsored. The young man had achieved success in his career and had also begun to devote himself to charity work.

"Uncle Li, it is you who changed my destiny. I will pass on this love like you." The young man held Li Yifeng's hand tightly, tears flashing in his eyes.

Li Yifeng felt immensely proud and satisfied. "This is the power of gratitude. It can change a person, and even the whole world."

However, Li Yifeng also encountered some difficulties on his road to gratitude. At one point, his gratitude fund was questioned as a show to promote the company's image.

Li Yifeng was not deterred by these doubts, but chose to prove his original intention with his actions. He made public the details of the fund's use, invited public supervision, and became more deeply involved in public welfare projects.

"As long as I have a clear conscience, time will prove everything." Li Yifeng said firmly.

After a period of hard work, the doubts gradually disappeared, and were replaced by more people's support and participation.

On a sunny day, Li Yifeng received a letter from a distant mountain kid. The kid said that thanks to his financial support, he could continue his studies and dreamed of one day leaving the mountains and becoming a person like Li Yifeng.

Li Yifeng held the letter, tears blurring his eyes. "This is the meaning of my gratitude, and this is the motivation for me to persevere."

In the days ahead, Li Yifeng knows that the road to gratitude is still long, but he is ready to meet every new challenge and opportunity with a grateful heart.