When the Way is lost there is virtue. When virtue is lost there is benevolence. When benevolence is lost there is righteousness. When righteousness is lost there are rituals.
LAOZIIn order to eliminate the negative influences, simply ignore them.
More Laozi Quotes
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In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don’t try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.
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I have the mind of a fool, understanding nothing.
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A multitude of words is tiresome, unlike remaining centered.
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Happiness perches on misery. Misery crouches beneath happiness.
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Respond intelligently even to unintelligent treatment.
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If people live in constant fear of death, and if breaking the law is punished by death, then who would dare?
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Simplicity has no name is free of desires. Being free of desires it is tranquil. And the world will be at peace of it’s own accord.
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Mastering others is strength. Mastering oneself makes you fearless.
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The great image lacks shape.
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I am wearied, as if I lacked a home to go to.
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Some lose yet gain, others gain and yet lose
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Good words shall gain you honor in the marketplace, but good deeds shall gain you friends among men.
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The sage knows himself, but does not parade. He cherishes himself, but does not praise himself.
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To rejoice in conquest is to rejoice in murder.
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Rule your mind with serenity rather than with force and manipulation.
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