Lao Tzu

“Control yourself, not others. Being able to control yourself is true power.”

“Care about what other people think, and you will always be their prisoner.”

“When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.”

“Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power.”

“The flame that burns twice as bright burns half as long.”

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”

“Simplicity, patience, compassion.”

“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”