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He who knows other men is discerning; he who knows himself is intelligent. He who overcomes others is strong; he who overcomes himself is mighty. He who is satisfied with his lot is rich; he who goes on acting with energy has a (firm) will. He who does not fail in the requirements of his position, continues long; he who dies and yet does not perish, has longevity.
Source Tao Te King, chapter 33 ยท ๐ Read the full passage
โจ To meditate on today
According to Lao Tzu, knowing others makes one prudent, but knowing oneself brings light; mastering others gives power, but mastering oneself makes one truly strong. Today, when a sharp reaction rises in you (irritation, impatience, the urge to be right), stop for a moment to name it before you speak.
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