Find the light that makes your lantern shine," she used to say. "Hold on to it, even when the dark surrounds you. Not even the strongest wind will blow out the flame

Seize the wind," I whispered. "Don't become the kite that never flies.

The more you worry about it, the less you'll be able to concentrate.

My father used to tell me about the ancient heroes who protected China against demons. How the gods gave them magical stones or lanterns or swords to help them on their quests. But even then, the heroes weren't invincible. They knew fear and loss, yet they fought anyway, because they knew it was the right thing to do. Because in their hearts, they were brave and true."She bit her lip, reflecting on her father's stories. The heroes had always inspired her, even if none of them had been girls.

You'll learn that certain things aren't worth the trouble.