Things don't make you unhappy. People don't make you unhappy. You make yourself unhappy. Because you are in the cycle. You're stuck. You're stuck in time.

The inner aspects of reincarnation have to do with where you put your mind. The more expansive state of mind you enter into, the less suffering there is.

Many sections are taken up with political discussions and how the way of the ruler, the merchant, the householder, and the army interact with the Tao.

It seems to me that there's a terrible misunderstanding between us. It seems to me that I love you a great deal, my friends.

It's not going to be easy. It's the earth. What creates power in your life is when you perfect your mind, your career, and your associations with others.

There is wisdom to loving.

What we're seeking to do is become transparent. A transparent window on reality. But that takes time to do. We're starting with a very solid, objectified view of ourselves and existence