Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power.
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The mature person pours himself out in service to others.Lao Tzu
He who controls others may be powerful, but he who has mastered himself is mightier still.
Lao Tzu
Gently eliminating all obstacles to his own understanding, he constantly maintains his unconditional sincerity. His humility, perseverance, and adaptability evoke the response of the universe and fill him with divine light.
Lao Tzu
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
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Some help others in order to receive blessings and admiration. This is simply meaningless. Some cultivate themselves in part to serve others, in part to serve their own pride. They will understand, at best, half of the truth. But those who improve themselves for the sake of the world to these, the whole truth of the universe will be revealed.
Lao Tzu
The cleansing of spiritual contamination is accomplished by offering one's talent, resources, and life to the world.
Lao Tzu
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