The truly wise are content to be last. They are, therefore, first. They are indifferent to themselves. They are, therefore self-confident.

Govern a great nation as you would cook a small fish. Do not overdo it.

Without opening your door, you can open your heart to the world. Without looking out your window, you can see the essence of the Tao. The more you know, the less you understand. The Master arrives without leaving, sees the light without looking, achieves without doing a thing.

When two opposing sides meet in battle, the one without an enemy will be victorious.

He who gains a victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himself is all powerful.

If you want to awaken all of humanity, then awaken all of yourself, if you want to eliminate the suffering in the world, then eliminate all that is negative in yourself. Truly, the greatest gift you have to give is that of your own self-transformation.

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.