It (Tao) is eternally without desire. So, it can be called small. All things return to it, although it does not make itself their ruler. So, it can be called great.

A tree as wide as a man's embrace grows from a tiny shoot.

We are all capable of much more than we think we are.

When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.

The great Way is easy, yet people prefer the side paths. Be aware when things are out of balance. Stay centered within the Tao. When rich speculators prosper While farmers lose their land; when government officials spend money on weapons instead of cures; when the upper class is extravagant and irresponsible while the poor have nowhere to turn- all this is robbery and chaos. It is not in keeping with the Tao.

From caring comes courage.

When the hares have all been caught, the hunting dogs are cooked.