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The best man is like water.
Water is good; it benefits all things and does not compete with them.
It dwells in lowly places that all disdain.
This is why it is so near to Tao.


Lao-Tzu

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LAO TZU The key to growth is the introduction of higher dimensions of consciousness into our awareness.
LAO TZU Manifest plainness, embrace simplicity, reduce selfishness, have few desires.
LAO TZU When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect ...
LAO TZU Be content with what you have; rejoice in the way things are. When you realize there is nothing lack...
LAO TZU Without stirring abroad, One can know the whole world; Without looking out of the window One can see...
LAO TZU Health is the greatest possession. Contentment is the greatest treasure. Confidence is the greatest ...
LAO TZU Silence is a source of great strength.
LAO TZU Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much handling will spoil it.
LAO TZU Stop thinking, and end your problems.
LAO TZU Manifest plainness,
Embrace simplicity,
Reduce selfishness,
Have few desires.
LAO TZU Love is a decision - not an emotion!
LAO TZU Do your work, then step back. The only path to serenity.
LAO TZU He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.
LAO TZU Treat those who are good with goodness, and also treat those who are not good with goodness. Thus go...
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