Health is the greatest possession.
Interpretation
Health is the most valuable thing one can possess.
This quote emphasizes that good health holds paramount importance in life, surpassing material wealth and possessions. Laozi suggests that without health, all other achievements and riches lose their significance, underscoring the idea that well-being is the foundation for a fulfilling life.
In practice
During a health awareness seminar, this quote can be used to stress the importance of maintaining good health.
If you understand others you are smart._x000D_ If you understand yourself you are illuminated._x000D_ If you overcome others you are powerful._x000D_ If you overcome yourself you have strength._x000D_ If you know how to be satisfied you are rich._x000D_ If you can act with vigor, you have a will._x000D_ If you don't lose your objectives you can be long-lasting._x000D_ If you die without loss, you are eternal.
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The high price of medicines is crippling healthcare systems and denying people access to the treatments they so desperately need.
The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not.
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Why do people refuse to vaccinate their children against measles or whooping cough? In many cases, because they have never seen measles and have no idea what it might do.
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