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Therefore it has been said, "As for those who nourished the empire of old, having no desires for themselves, the empire was not in want. They did nothing, and all things proceeded on their course. They preserved a dignified repose, and the people rested in peace."
Source Chuang Tzu, chapter 12, §1 · 📖 Read the full passage
✨ To meditate on today
According to Chuang Tzu, the ancient sovereigns desired nothing for themselves and remained recollected: without forcing anything, they let everything find its order, and the people lived in peace. Today, before a decision, take three breaths in silence and let things settle by themselves.
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