in the short story. "rules of the game" by amy tan, what motivates Lindo Jong to be a model of invisible strength?

In Amy Tan’s short story "Rules of the Game," which is a part of her novel "The Joy Luck Club," Lindo Jong is motivated to be a model of "invisible strength" primarily due to her cultural upbringing and personal experiences that shape her understanding of power and influence. Lindo grew up in China, where she learned the concept of "invisible strength" from her mother at a very young age. This idea encourages subtlety and strategy over open confrontation and teaches that one can win arguments and achieve one's aims by remaining quiet, thereby preserving one’s dignity.

Lindo's experiences of being in an arranged marriage and having to use her wit to get out of it without dishonoring herself or her family further solidified her belief in the power of silent resilience. She applies this concept of invisible strength not only for herself but also in teaching her daughter, Waverly, to become a successful chess champion. Lindo believes that by demonstrating restraint and not showing off one's talents boastfully, a deep sense of respect can be cultivated from others while maintaining control over one's own life and destiny.