He (the Sage) does not show off, therefore he shines.
Interpretation
The Sage's humility leads to true brilliance.
This quote by Laozi emphasizes the value of humility and the idea that true wisdom and greatness often come from not seeking attention or recognition. A person who is wise does not feel the need to boast or show off their knowledge or abilities; instead, their quiet demeanor allows their true qualities to be recognized and appreciated by others.
In practice
During a team meeting, to encourage team members to share their thoughts without feeling the need to boast.
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.
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Rule your mind with serenity rather than with force and manipulation.
Our business in life is not to succeed, but to continue to fail in good spirits.
Difficulties come when you don't pay attention to life's whisper. Life always whispers to you first, but if you ignore the whisper, sooner or later you'll get a scream
It is in the character of growth that we should learn from both pleasant and unpleasant experiences.
Every man, however wise, needs the advice of some sagacious friend in the affairs of life.
If you start thinking war is inevitable, then in your own times, you don't resist it as strongly as you should.
Meditation is not passive sitting in silence. It is sitting in awareness, free from distraction, and realizing the clear understanding that arises from concentration.
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