The first principle of thinking is to ask why, not to follow the crowd.

The first principle of decision-making is to look at the long term, not just the present.
The first principle of effort is to have the right direction, not to work blindly.
The first principle of success is continuous iteration, not instant achievement.
The first principle of sleep is a regular schedule, not staying up late to catch up.
The first principle of reading is to output thinking, not just input.
The first principle of knowledge is internalization and application, not just accumulating quantity.
The first principle of family love is mutual understanding, not mutual blame.
The first principle of energy management is high-quality rest, not toughing it out.
The first principle of the original family is self-independence, not always relying on others.