All streams flow to the sea because it is lower than they are. Humility gives it its power. If you want to govern the people, you must place yourself below them. If you want to lead the people, you must learn how to follow them. The Master is above the people, and no one feels oppressed. She goes ahead of the people, and no one feels manipulated. The whole world is grateful to her. Because she competes with no one, no one can compete with her.
Nature is not anthropomorphic. - Laozi
Nature is not anthropomorphic.
- Laozi
Confidence is the greatest friend. - Laozi
Confidence is the greatest friend.
I observe myself and I come to know others. - Laozi
I observe myself and I come to know others.
When the student is ready the teacher will appear. - Laozi
When the student is ready the teacher will appear.
Holding on to the weak is called strength. - Laozi
Holding on to the weak is called strength.
Because of a great love, one is courageous. - Laozi
Because of a great love, one is courageous.
The world is won by those who let it go. - Laozi
The world is won by those who let it go.
The high must make the low its base. - Laozi
The high must make the low its base.
Loss is not as bad as wanting more. - Laozi
Loss is not as bad as wanting more.
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