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Our original purpose in studying the Tao is to master the art of living at a higher level.
remember that nobody is perfect, including yourself. Let the Tao lead you away from sycophants who tell you only what you enjoy hearing.
you can embody humility and excellence simultaneously, just like water can be flexible and powerful at the same time.
let go of the attachments that keep you from being humble.
there is simply no reason to obsess over praise or criticism, favor or disgrace.
You can always learn something about yourself from the way you handle criticism,
Greater understanding transforms the negative into the positive, and turns the upsetting into the uplifting.
Human beings are social creatures. Most of us cannot exist alone. We all need some form of human contact, and this is no accident. It is the way we are — it is the Tao of humanity.
Tao cultivation is not a solitary activity, and Tao masters are not hermits living far away from civilization.
The Tao is not necessarily about working harder and expending more effort. Rather, it is about working smarter and being more skillful in leveraging innovative ideas.
The ancient sages never intended to create teachings to make people dependent on the supernatural. Instead, they wanted people to seize the moment, stick to what is real, and be fully present in the here and now.
