Governing a large country is like cooking a small fish. You spoil it with too much poking.
Founder of Taoism
Daodejing, Chapter 60
c. 6th-4th century BCE
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"To yield is to be preserved whole."
Strange & Unusual"Lightly given promises must meet with little trust."
Philosophical"Empty your mind of all thoughts. Let your heart be at peace. Watch the turmoil of the world, but let your serenity remain intact."
Humorous"He who boasts of his own achievements will not endure."
Shocking"A man with outward courage dares to die; a man with inward courage dares to live."
Humorous