Lao-tzu: True Power


Inspired by: Lao-tzu

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"Knowing others is intelligence; knowing yourself is true wisdom.
Mastering others is strength; mastering yourself is true power."

~ Lao-tzu, 6th century bce Chinese philosopher, founder of Taoism from Tao Te Ching

Where are you spending most of your time?

Mastering yourself? Or mastering others?

Here's to our true power.





Inspired by: Lao-tzu
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