If you can let go of (the Tao) with your mind and surround it with your heart, it will live inside you forever.
LAOZIWhat people loathe the most is to be orphaned, desolate, unworthy. But this is what princes and kings call themselves.
More Laozi Quotes
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Covetousness is the greatest misfortune. One who does not know what is enough will never have enough.
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Fail to honor people, they fail to honor you.
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Wear down to be renewed.
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A foolish man is always doing, Yet much remains to be done.
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Respond intelligently even to unintelligent treatment.
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Nature is not human hearted.
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When you have accomplished your goal simply walk away. This is the path way to Heaven.
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Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream.
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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 wise man knows he doesn’t know.
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The seed of mystery lies in muddy water. How can I perceive this mystery? Water becomes clear through stillness. How can I become still? By flowing with the stream.
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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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Why is the sea king of a hundred streams? Because it lies below them… If the sage would guide the people, he must serve with humility. If he would lead them, he must follow behind. In this way when the sage rules, the people will not feel oppressed.
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From caring comes courage.
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Every step is on the path.
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