花开勿相依花死勿相随
[huā kāi wù xiāng yī huā sĭ wù xiāng suí]
'Do Not Lean on Each Other When Flowers Bloom, Do Not Follow Each Other When Flowers Die.' Symbolically speaking, one does not rely on another at height (like success), nor chase or hold back out of failure, illustrating independence yet emotional detachment when handling relationships in the context of prosperity and adversity. The expression also emphasizes going with the flow rather than being overly attached, advocating for living by principles that encourage self-reliance and adaptability.