Weapons are instruments of fear; they are not a wise man's tools. He uses them only when he has no choice.

Loving, hating, having expectations: all these are attachments. Attachment prevents the growth of one's true being.

Clay is molded to form a cup, But it is on its non-being that the utility of the cup depends. Doors and windows are cut out to make a room, But it is on its non-being that the utility of the room depends. Therefore turn being into advantage, and turn non-being into utility.

He who is contented is rich.

He who regards many things easy will find many difficulties. Therefore the sage regards things difficult, and consequently never has difficulties.

The True Person benefits yet expects no reward, does the work and moves on. There is no desire to be considered better than others.

Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream. Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success. Always be on the lookout for ways to turn a problem into an opportunity for success. Always be on the lookout for ways to nurture your dream.