But if you do not have the Tao yourself, what business have you spending your time in vain efforts to bring corrupt politicians into the right path?

Things that are done, it is needless to speak about...things that are past, it is needless to blame.

There are cases in which the blade springs, but the plant does not go on to flower. There are cases where it flowers, but no fruit is subsequently produced.

The wise find pleasure in water; the virtuous find pleasure in hills. The wise are active; the virtuous are tranquil. The wise are joyful; the virtuous are long-lived.

Happiness is not at the top of the mountain, but in how to climb.

Don't use cannon to kill musquito.

Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.