We are all seekers. In our search for truth we may take many different paths, but we can benefit from the realizations of the sages of the past and present. They who have attained enlightenment have the key to happiness. Their message is for all; take what you can and what you wish from their words.
Under all that we think, lies what we believe, like the ultimate veil of our spirits. It is not the events of our lives that shape us, but our perceptions as to what those events mean.
"Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savor: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honor."
King Solomon
"If one puts his mind in the action of his opponents body, his mind will be taken by the action of his opponents body. If he puts his mind in his opponent's sword, his mind will be taken by that sword. The mind should be nowhere particular."
Master Takuan Soho
"Flow with whatever may happen and let your mind be free: Stay centered by accepting whatever you are doing. This is the ultimate challenge."
Chuang Tzu
"You and your opponent are one. There is a coexisting relationship between you. You coexist with your opponent and become his compliment, absorbing his attack and using his force to overcome him."
Bruce Lee
"To win one hundred victories in one hundred battles is not the highest skill. To subdue the enemy without fighting is the highest skill."
Sun Tzu
"The superior person is satisfied and composed; the narrow person is full of distress."
Confucius
"The one who keeps the Tao is not affected by praise or blame. Knowing the truth, one is not afraid. No matter what happens."
Lao Tzu
"Success is not for the meek or the mild; but for those who thrive on challenge. Success never waits for procrastinators."
Sigung Cabais
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