The Master stays behind; that is why she is ahead.
She is detached from all things; that is why she is one with them.
Because she has let go of herself, she is perfectly fulfilled.
The supreme good is like water, which nourishes all things without trying to.
It is content with the low places that people disdain.
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 resent.
When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare or compete, everyone will respect you.
Fill your bowl to the brim and it will spill.
Keep sharpening your knife and it will blunt.
Chase after money and security and your heart will never unclench.
Care about wealth and you will be its prisoner.
Do your work, then step back.
The only path to serenity.