3. They identify the stressor.

Focusing on your strengths is much easier than keeping your weaknesses in check. But this exactly what you need to do. For example, the smartest person who lacks empathy and humility will seem arrogant and cold.

What to do: If you want to adapt to the real world a...

Imagine that you find yourself getting frustrated and angry with a co-worker. As you assess your feelings, analyze what you're really upset about. 

Are you mad about your co-worker’s actions, or does your anger stem from underlying frustrations and pressure from a boss who has heaped too mu...

•  Only formlessness allows you to truly surprise your enemies—by the time they figure out where you are and what you are up to, it is too late.
• Be like a slippery ball that cannot be held: Let no one know what gets to you, or where your weaknesses lie.
• Learning to adapt to eac...