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In the world there is nothing more submissive and weak than water. Yet for attacking that which is hard and strong nothing can surpass it
In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present
If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you are not afraid of dying, there is nothing you cannot achieve
If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading
Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest friend. Non-being is the greatest joy
He who obtains has little. He who scatters has much
He who knows, does not speak. He who speaks, does not know
He who knows that enough is enough will always have enough
He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened
Great acts are made up of small deeds
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On Anger: "For every minute you remain angry, you give up sixty seconds of peace of mind."
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On Destiny: "Our destiny exercises its influence over us even when, as yet, we have not learned its nature: it is our future that lays down the law of our today."
Human, All Too Human
Human, All Too Human
On Friendship: "A crowd is not company; and faces are but a gallery of pictures; and talk but a tinkling cymbal, where there is no love."
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