He who stands on tiptoe is not steady. He who strides cannot maintain the pace. He who makes a show is not enlightened. He who is self-righteous is not respected. He who boasts achieves nothing. He who brags will not endure. According to followers of the Tao, "These are extra food and unnecessary luggage." They do not bring happiness, therefore followers of the Tao avoid them.

All things arise in unison. Thereby we see their return.

Marriage is three parts love and seven parts forgiveness of sins.

We are all capable of much more than we think we are.

The natural laws of the universe are inviolable... what you say and do determines what happens in your life... You are the master of your life and death. What you do is what you are.

Let people take death seriously, and not travel far.

Don't impose your will through manipulation of aggressive emotions and actions.