The people may be made to follow a path of action but they may not be made to understand it.

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?

Silence is a true friend who never betrays.

In dealing with the dead, if we treat them as if they were entirely dead, that would show a want of affection and should not be done; or, if we treat them as if they were entirely alive, that would show a want of wisdom and should not be done.

He who works for his own interests will arouse much animosity

Knowing something is not as good as liking it. Liking something is not as good as rejoicing in it.

Keep it simple and focus on what matters. Don't let yourself be overwhelmed.