Thursday, April 15, 2010

Tao Translation In Modern Words--#44

Keep still.
Don't work so hard.
Learn to appreciate everyday life.
Pay attention to details.
Start small and work your way up.
When people give you trouble,
let it slide.

Break everything down to its essentials.
Get the job done before it becomes a chore.
With the right preparation,
difficult tasks can be completed with ease;
every major project consists of simple steps.

The Masters don't take on more than they can handle,
which is why they can do just about anything.
Don't promise more than you can deliver,
and don't underestimate the task:
You'll only make things harder for yourself.

The Masters are always aware of the difficulties involved,
which is why they never have to deal with them.

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