He who obtains has little. He who scatters has much.

To bear and not to own; to act and not lay claim; to do the work and let it go: for just letting it go is what makes it stay.

The sage does not act and therefore does not fail, does not seize and therefore does not lose.

Remember: if you can cease all restless activity, your integral nature will appear.

Gently eliminating all obstacles to his own understanding, he constantly maintains his unconditional sincerity. His humility, perseverance, and adaptability evoke the response of the universe and fill him with divine light.

What's the difference between beautiful and ugly?

Whoever is planted in the Tao will not be rooted up. Whoever embraces the Tao will not slip away. Her name will be held in honor from generation to generation. Let the Tao be present in your life and you will become genuine. Let it be present in your family and your family will flourish. Let it be present in your country and your country will be an example to all countries in the world. Let it be present in the universe and the universe will sing. How do I know this is true? By looking inside myself.