In life, when the waters are deep and the winds are strong, speak little and listen more. No tree reaches the sky; every force meets its match.
If your blade is dull and your horse is weak, do not seek a fight. First wear the humble robe, then the crown.
A wise person knows when to bend and when to stand tall. Patience before power, humility before honor.
Flow with the current, act within your limits. The world is a game of change—every round new, every bond fragile.
Do not force what is not yours to hold. Instead, wait in stillness and cultivate your inner strength.
Nothing lasts forever, not strength nor weakness. He who endures the quiet times will eventually see the light.