Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.

When the highest type of people hear Tao (Truth), they diligently practice it. When the average type of people hear Tao, they half believe in it. When the lowest type of people hear Tao, they laugh at it. If they did not laugh, it would not be Tao.

Trying to understand is like straining through muddy water. Be still and allow the mud to settle.

Mask your brightness. Be at one with the dust of the earth. This is primal union.

Be content with an ordinary life.

The power of intuitive understanding will protect you from harm until the end of your days.

Those who show off do not shine.