In a secluded and beautiful valley far from the hustle and bustle of the world, there is a clear spring flowing gurglingly. This clear spring is like a treasure bestowed by nature. The water is pure and exudes a fresh and vivid breath. In this place like a paradise on earth, lives a hermit named Qingfeng.
Originally, Qingfeng was also a member of the mortal world. But he was tired of the turmoil and noise of the world and was eager to find a peaceful pure land to let his soul rest. So he resolutely left the bustling city and came to this valley. Since then, he has formed an indissoluble bond with this clear spring.
Every morning, when the first ray of sunlight shines on the valley, Qingfeng will wake up on time. He will first walk to the clear spring, gently pick up a handful of clear spring water with his hands and wash away the sleepiness on his face. Then, he will take some clear spring water to brew a pot of fragrant tea. In the fragrance of tea, Qingfeng starts a new day.
During the day, Qingfeng follows the rule of working at sunrise. He will stroll in the valley and look for some wild fruits and wild vegetables. There are many kinds of wild fruits in the valley, such as red hawthorns, purple grapes, golden persimmons, etc. Wild vegetables are also lush, including tender shepherd's purse, refreshing purslane, and nutritious dandelions. Qingfeng carefully selects these natural foods. He knows that these wild fruits and wild vegetables are not only delicious but also rich in the essence of nature and are of great benefit to the body.
In his spare time from work, Qingfeng often finds a quiet place to sit in meditation. He will close his eyes and feel the sounds of nature with his heart. He can hear the sound of the clear spring flowing, which is a crisp and pleasant melody; he can hear the cheerful singing of birds, which is a note full of vitality and energy; he can hear the sound of the wind blowing through the leaves, which is a gentle and soothing rhythm. In these sounds, Qingfeng comprehends the way of nature. He understands that nature is a harmonious and perfect whole. Humans should follow the laws of nature instead of destroying it.
In the evening, when the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the valley, Qingfeng will end a day's work. He will come to the clear spring again and bathe his body with clear spring water. In the cool spring water, Qingfeng washes away the fatigue of the day and makes his body and mind greatly relaxed. Then, he will return to his hut, light an oil lamp, and quietly read some Taoist classic works. In the ocean of books, Qingfeng further comprehends the way of health preservation of Taoism.
Many years have passed. Although Qingfeng is already gray-haired, his body is still robust and his eyes are still bright. His way of health preservation lies in following nature and being accompanied by the clear spring. The clear spring gives him pure water source and nourishes his body; nature gives him rich food and nourishes his body; sitting in meditation gives him inner peace and sublimates his soul.
Qingfeng's story spreads in the valley. Many people are attracted by his way of health preservation. Some people also come to this valley, hoping to learn the way of health preservation from Qingfeng. Qingfeng always welcomes them warmly and patiently teaches them how to follow nature and how to live in harmony with nature. Under the influence of Qingfeng, more and more people begin to pay attention to health preservation and begin to cherish the gift of nature.
Qingfeng knows that his way of health preservation is not only for himself but also for more people to be able to understand the beauty of nature and cherish their own lives. He hopes that his story can inspire more people and let them find a peaceful pure land in their busy lives and nourish their bodies and minds.