A skillful commander is not overbearing. A skillful fighter does not become angry. A skillful conqueror does not compete with people. One who is skillful in using men puts himself below them. This is called the strength to use men. This is called matching Heaven, The highest principle of old.

Stop trying to control. Let go of fixed plans and concepts, and the world will govern itself.

He who holds on to the Way seeks no excess. Since he lacks excess, he can grow old in no need to be renewed.

The sage does not hoard. The more he helps others, the more he benefits himself, Having bestowed all he has on others, he has yet more; having given all he has to others, he is richer still.

Develop the strength of a man, but live as gently as a woman

The highest benevolence acts without purpose.

With virtue and quietness one may conquer the world.