“The Great Learning,” which could be Confucius’s testament, states that the ability to make wise choices is rooted in self-knowledge based on observation of one’s inner realities. To attain enlightenment, one must go back to the origin of a problem and define one’s reaction to it. Categorizing the inarticulate influences (emotions, attitudes, intuitions, etc.) permits one to bring them into balance by self-discipline and conscience. Having brought order into one’s inner world, one can then make a sound decision consonant with one’s responsibilities to the outer world. Confucius also noted that the process leading to enlightened judgment is enhanced by watching with affection how people grow. To read more, click here.