Four-character Idioms in The Complete Book of Health Wishes

Idiom: Good intentions prolong life.

Pinyin: méI yán nián

Explanation: good pleasure: gladness; Longevity: The director's longevity. People who are optimistic about everything can live a long and healthy life.

Source: Zhao Xun Kuang, Xunzi Shi Zhi in the Warring States Period: "It takes a long time to win the hearts of the people."