Do not strive for the shine of jade, but clatter like stone.
Do not fear the aging of the body for it is the body's way of seeking the root.
Act without expectation.
In dwelling, be close to the land. In meditation, go deep in the heart. In dealing with others, be gentle and kind. In speech, be true. In ruling, be just. In daily life, be competent. In action, be aware of the time and the season.
The unyielding army will not win.
He who stands on tiptoe does not stand firm.