If you want to awaken all of humanity, then awaken all of yourself. If you want to eliminate the suffering in the world, then eliminate all that is dark and negative in yourself. Truly, the greatest gift you have to give is that of your own self-transformation.
Founder of Taoism
Attributed, a popular modern interpretation of Taoist principles, not a direct translation.
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"Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like."
Humorous"When the government is muddle-headed, the people are simple and honest. When the government is clear-cut, the people are discontented."
Shocking"The wise man does not lay up his own treasures. The more he gives to others, the more he has for his own."
Strange & Unusual"The highest good is like water. It nourishes all things without trying to."
Strange & Unusual"He who boasts of his own achievements will not endure."
Shocking