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The sage has in the world an appearance of indecision, and keeps his mind in a state of indifference to all. The people all keep their eyes and ears directed to him, and he deals with them all as his children.
Source Tao Te King, chapter 49 · 📖 Read the full passage
✨ To meditate on today
According to Lao Tzu, the sage keeps the same heart for everyone and looks at each person with the tenderness one has for a child. Today, turn this gaze on someone who irritates you, and see what changes in you.
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