Respond intelligently even to unintelligent treatment.
LAOZIThe sage knows himself, but does not parade. He cherishes himself, but does not praise himself.
More Laozi Quotes
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Weapons are instruments of fear; they are not a wise man’s tools. He uses them only when he has no choice.
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Every step is on the path.
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Not praising the deserving prevents envy.
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When the intelligent and animal souls are held together in one embrace, they can be kept from separating.
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The ego is entranced by … names and ideas… However names and concepts only block your perception of this Great Oneness. Therefore it is wise to ignore them. Those who live inside their egos are continually bewildered.
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Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of beings, but contemplate their return.
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Make your heart like a lake, with calm, still surface, and great depths of kindness.
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Follow diligently the Way in your own heart, but make no display of it to the world.
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Always be on the lookout for ways to turn a problem into an opportunity for success. Always be on the lookout for ways to nurture your dream.
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All action begins in rest… This is the ultimate truth.
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When the uncarved wood is split, its parts are put to use. When the sage is put to use, he becomes the head.
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A scholar who cherishes the love of comfort is not fit to be deemed a scholar.
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He who loves does not dispute: He who disputes does not love.
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The master accomplishes more and more by doing less and less until finally he accomplishes everything by doing nothing.
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A foolish man is always doing, Yet much remains to be done.
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