A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves. |
When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. |
Nature is not anthropomorphic. |
Let your workings remain a mystery. Just show people the results. |
In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. ln conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present. |
I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures. |
Knowing others is wisdom; Knowing the self is enlightenment; Mastering others requires force; Mastering the self needs strength. |
Love is of all passions the strongest, for it attacks simultaneously the head, the heart and the senses. |
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. |
When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you. |