A terrace nine stories high begins with a pile of earth.
Interpretation
Great things often start from humble beginnings.
This quote by Laozi illustrates the idea that even the most significant achievements and structures originate from simple and small beginnings. It serves as a reminder that every grand endeavor, whether in life or personal projects, starts with a modest foundation, emphasizing the importance of patience and perseverance in the journey toward success.
In practice
In a motivational speech about personal growth.
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.
The days have taught you not to trust happiness because it hurts when it deceives.
Nothing is harder than to accept oneself.
I am an old man but in many senses a very young man. And this is what I want you to be, young, young all your life.
In many shamanic societies, if you came to a medicine person complaining of being disheartened, dispirited, or depressed, they would ask one of four questions: 'When did you stop dancing? When did you stop singing? When did you stop being enchanted by stories? When did you stop being comforted by the sweet territory of silence?'
Prepare for the unknown, unexpected and inconceivable . . . after 50 years of flying I'm still learning every time I fly.
You can become a big master in chess only if you see your mistakes and short-comings. Exactly the same as in life itself.
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