Ocupation: Philosopher
Life: 604 BC - 531 BC
Birthday: 604 BC
Death: 531 BC
He who stands on tiptoe is not steady. He who strides cannot maintain the pace. He who makes a show is not enlightened. He who is self-righteous is not respected. He who boasts achieves nothing. He who brags will not endure. According to followers of the Tao, "These are extra food and unnecessary luggage." They do not bring happiness, therefore followers of the Tao avoid them.
- Laozi
source: Laozi (1997). “道德经”, Vintage
topic: Self, Pace, Followers, Tao Ching, Luggage