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

Truth sounds paradoxical!

The best athlete wants his opponent at his best. The best general enters the mind of his enemy. The best businessman serves the communal good. The best leader follows the will of the people. All of the embody the virtue of non-competition. Not that they don't love to compete, but they do it in the spirit of play. In this they are like children and in harmony with the Tao.

He who has achieved this state Is unconcerned with friends and enemies, With good and harm, with honor and disgrace. This therefore is the highest state of man.

To rule by knowledge ravages the country.

We join spokes together in a wheel, but it is the center hole that makes the wagon move.

Lessen selfishness and restrain desires.