Monetary affluence is not equal to intrapersonal affluence. If we only pay attention to material development but ignore the advancement of the cultural-ethical aspect, under the influence of such an unhealthy social atmosphere, people are prone to psychological problems, not to mention satisfying the new pursuit of a better life.
On the other hand, Chinese modernization is the combination of material and cultural-ethical advancement. It’s not materialistic, not polarized, but people-centered development. Chinese President Xi Jinping has, on many occasions, stressed the interconnectedness between families and the country.
Thanks to the Chinese modernization of material and cultural-ethical advancement, ordinary people like my mum have opportunities and platforms not only to realize their dreams, but also to strive for excellence, develop stronger virtues, respect the elderly, love families, and contribute to our country and the people, not to mention the young and energetic you.
The President Xi stressed, “Chinese-style modernization is our answer to the major historical issue of how to wake up the ‘sleeping lion’ and realize national rejuvenation. It is to choose our own path and do our own thing.” I hope that the young people of the era can respond to the call of the country, live up to the efforts of their predecessors, shoulder the heavy responsibility of national rejuvenation, and pass on the torch of China. Born in a prosperous time, the young people should keep forging ahead and contribute to the prosperity and progress of the country .
author: Yaru LEI