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Biography: Laozi is known for founding Taoism and writing the "Tao Te Ching." An ... more Biography: Laozi is known for founding Taoism and writing the "Tao Te Ching." An ancient Chinese philosopher, he emphasized living in harmony with the Tao, or the fundamental nature of the universe. His teachings advocate simplicity, humility, and non-action, profoundly influencing Chinese thought and culture. less
"He who defends with love will be secure; Heaven will save him, and protect him with love."
Tags: Love, Compassion, Faith, Security, Protection
"What the caterpillar calls the end, the rest of the world calls a butterfly."
Tags: Inspiration, Perspective, Growth, Change, Optimism
"Those who flow as life flows know they need no other force."
Tags: Philosophy, Wisdom, Life, Inner peace, Nature
"The journey of a thousand miles begins beneath one's feet."
Tags: Determination, Progress, Journey, Travel, Proverb
"An ant on the move does more than a dozing ox."
Tags: Motivation, Perseverance, Focus, Productivity, Hard work
"At the center of your being you have the answer; you know who you are and you know what you want."
Tags: Self-awareness, Mindfulness, Self-discovery, Inner strength, Inner peace
"The softest things in the world overcome the hardest things in the world."
Tags: Philosophy, Wisdom, Strength, Nature, Power
"The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long."
Tags: Philosophy, Wisdom, Life, Balance, Metaphor
"He who talks more is sooner exhausted."
Tags: Wisdom, Communication, Introspection, Self-control, Efficiency
"A scholar who cherishes the love of comfort is not fit to be deemed a scholar."
Tags: Perseverance, Hard work, Dedication, Commitment, Discipline
"A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving."
Tags: Philosophy, Freedom, Journey, Adventure, Exploration
"Silence is a source of great strength."
Tags: Wisdom, Resilience, Mindfulness, Strength, Inner peace
"The more that laws and regulations are given prominence, the more thieves and robbers there will be."
Tags: Society, Justice, Human behavior, Authority, Governance
"Great acts are made up of small deeds."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Wisdom, Success, Perseverance
"To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders to."
Tags: Mindfulness, Inner peace, Awareness, Peace, Universe
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