When good thing are accomplished, it does not claim (or name) them. This is Te, which is close in meaning to power or virtue. It is something within a person, and it is enhanced by following the Tao, or 'that from which nothing can deviate'.
Interpretation
True virtue doesn't seek recognition; it resides within and grows through alignment with the natural way of life.
This quote by Laozi emphasizes the concept of Te, which refers to an innate virtue or power that comes from within a person. It suggests that genuine accomplishments or virtues do not need to be acknowledged or claimed externally; instead, they flourish when one follows the Tao, the natural and unchanging path of life. The essence of this teaching is that true strength and virtue are about being in harmony with the world rather than seeking praise or recognition.
In practice
During a motivational seminar focused on personal development.
If you understand others you are smart._x000D_ If you understand yourself you are illuminated._x000D_ If you overcome others you are powerful._x000D_ If you overcome yourself you have strength._x000D_ If you know how to be satisfied you are rich._x000D_ If you can act with vigor, you have a will._x000D_ If you don't lose your objectives you can be long-lasting._x000D_ If you die without loss, you are eternal.
When nothing is done, nothing is left undone.
A good traveler has no fixed plans, and is not intent on arriving.
Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is enlightenment.
In the world there is nothing more submissive and weak than water. Yet for attacking that which is hard and strong nothing can surpass it.
Rule your mind with serenity rather than with force and manipulation.
If the traveller can find A virtuous and wise companion Let him go with him joyfully And overcome the dangers of the way. But if you cannot find Friend or master to go with you, Travel on alone.
The question is not, do we go to church; the question is, have we been converted. The crux of Christianity is not whether or not we give donations to popular charities but whether or not we are really committed to the poor.
Dear World, I am leaving because I am bored. I feel I have lived long enough. I am leaving you with your worries in this sweet cesspool. Good luck.
For everything you have missed, you have gained something else, and for everything you gain, you lose something else.
Drink! for you know not when you came, nor why; Drink! for you know not why you go, nor where.
Don't try to tear down other people's religion about their ears, Build up your own perfect structure of truth, and invite your listeners to enter in and enjoy it's glories.
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