Stories of Sheng Zhen Men
Why did the first “Shengyuan Says” stickers use everyday phrases?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
We made the first set feel familiar and close to everyday life so that people could easily relate to it and use it in ordinary messages. If we want to share positive reminders, it is not enough for the content to make sense. We also need to consider when people will actually use it.
We originally discussed making stickers from Shengyuan’s sayings. Later, the first set included more phrases for everyday interaction, while retaining encouragement such as “If you give in to fear, you have already lost” and “Go beyond your limits.” Every sticker does not have to teach a lesson. Phrases such as “Good morning,” “Thank you for your hard work,” and “Peace and joy” can be used to show care for the people around us.
People were already keeping in touch through LINE, and using stickers they liked and found cute could bring them happiness too. At the time, the pandemic made meeting in person less convenient than before. Through these stickers, we could continue interacting and share encouragement and joy with one another. This was also the intention behind making our first sticker set.