在一个风和日丽的下午，徐志摩 sits alone in his study, surrounded by piles of books and papers. His eyes wander around the room, lost in thought. Suddenly, he stops at a particular bookshelf and pulls out a worn-out copy of his own poetry collection. He flips through the pages, stopping at one poem that holds a special place in his heart.

"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all," he quotes to himself. The words echo in his mind as he contemplates on the choices he has made so far.

As we delve into Xu Zhimo's life and works, it becomes clear that this philosophy was not just an empty phrase for him. It was a guiding principle that shaped his decisions and actions throughout his life.

Xu Zhimo's early years were marked by turmoil and change. Born into a wealthy family during China's tumultuous Republican era, he struggled to find purpose amidst the chaos around him. But as he grew older, he began to develop an insatiable thirst for knowledge and creativity.

He spent much of his youth studying abroad in Europe where he immersed himself in literature and art. It was there that he discovered the power of language to express complex emotions and ideas with precision.

Upon returning to China, Xu Zhimo became an active participant in the literary circle of Beijing University alongside other notable figures such as Mao Dun (Shen Dehong)and Lao She (Shu Qingchun). Together they aimed to create new forms of Chinese literature inspired by their experiences both home and abroad.

One day while wandering along the banks of Lake Como near Milan Italy , Xu had an epiphany about what kind of poetical works should be created after witnessing how nature could evoke deep feelings within people:

"The lake is like my soul: sometimes calm,

sometimes turbulent; but always reflecting

the beauty surrounding it."

This profound realization led him down two paths - firstly towards capturing these moments through writing poems which would later become known as "The Poems from Abroad", secondly making sure those who read them can feel something similar from their own lives' experiences reflected back upon them through these verses:

"Just when I am most tired,

Just when I am most weary,

A quiet breeze blows over me.

It brings me peace."

In conclusion , whether looking back on past events or gazing forward towards future possibilities – Xu Zhimo never lost sight of this central theme: embracing life with courageous curiosity even if it means facing challenges head-on rather than shying away from them timidly .