Lao Tzu

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The wicked leader is he who the people despise. The good leader is he who the people revere. The great leader is he who the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
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When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'
In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.
A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves.
Knowing others is wisdom, knowing yourself is Enlightenment.
I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.
Silence is a source of great strength.
When virtue is lost, benevolence appears, when benevolence is lost right conduct appears, when right conduct is lost, expedience appears. Expediency is the mere shadow of right and truth it is the beginning of disorder.
The words of truth are always paradoxical.
He who does not trust enough, Will not be trusted.
Simulated disorder postulates perfect discipline simulated fear postulates courage simulated weakness postulates strength.
Silence is a source of great strength.

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