Honest advice, though it may be unpleasant to hear, is beneficial for one's actions and self-improvement.
小明对他的朋友说，"你最近学习态度有些散漫，虽然这话逆耳利行，但我希望你能认真对待。"
Xiao Ming told his friend, "Your study attitude has been a bit lax recently. Though these words may be unpleasant to hear, they are beneficial for your actions, and I hope you can take them seriously."
Era:
Ancient
Frequency:
Next Idiom