Face Reality and Provide Solutions

Mahatma Gandhi, one of the founder’s of India, said that Indians turn both palms up to symbolize that there are no solutions to solve a problem. He also said that, if India wishes to rise above being a poor country, it needs to cut off the hands of anyone who uses this gesture.

According to the Chinese version of BusinessWeek magazine, the appointed future successors of the TSMC’s Morris Chang said that Morris gave them a plaque to continually remind them to “provide solutions.”

Similarly, Luo Jialun wrote “Face reality and provide solutions” in his book “The New Viewpoint for Nationality.” It is very easy to be in opposition to other people’s proposals, or to find the blemish in other people’s ideas. However, real utility is to provide an improved solution as a replacement.

Gandhi said “Find purpose, the means will follow.” And in my experience, almost any problem can be solved; it is just a matter of time and cost. The point is how much it will cost rather than whether a solution exists. However, I believe that before we consider whether the costs are too high, we need to first find solutions. The reason is, after we find a solution, we may also be able to find a way to pay for it.