The leader is a teacher who succeeds without taking credit. And, because credit is not taken, credit is received.

When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.

Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.

He does not struggle with anyone - thus no one can vanquish him.

If people live in constant fear of death, and if breaking the law is punished by death, then who would dare?

Keep behind, and you shall be put in front; keep out, and you shall be kept in.

Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of beings, but contemplate their return. Each separate being in the universe returns to the common source. Returning to the source is serenity. If you don't realize the source, you stumble in confusion and sorrow. When you realize where you come from, you naturally become tolerant, disinterested, amused, kindhearted as a grandmother, dignified as a king. Immersed in the wonder of the Tao, you can deal with whatever life brings you, and when death comes, you are ready.