On a narrow path, step aside to let others pass. When flavors are rich, share a portion with others. This is the simplest way to live peacefully.
A cup of muddy water stays cloudy if constantly shaken. Left still, the sediment settles. Likewise, a calm mind is the first step to letting go of desire and worry.
Mount Tai does not reject soil, so it stands tall. The sea does not turn away streams, so it remains deep. Only with tolerance can we nurture wisdom; only with generosity can we embrace all things.
Listen quietly—the wind through pines, the water over stones—and hear nature’s music. Observe idly—mist over grass, clouds reflected in water—and see the finest art of the universe.
The greatest wealth in life is health. Once truly understood, the craving for fame and fortune fades into nothing.