Quote by Lao Tzu
Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish - too much h

Governing a great nation is like cooking a small fish – too much handling will spoil it. – Lao Tzu

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In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, dont try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present. – Lao Tzu

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How could man rejoice in victory and delight in the slaughter of men? – Lao Tzu

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If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading. – Lao Tzu

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The harder the struggle, the more glorious the triumph. Self-realization demands very great struggle. – Swami Sivananda

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When we get to wishing a great deal for ourselves, whatever we get soon turns into mere limitation and exclusion. – George Eliot

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