The best way to live is to be like water For water benefits all things and goes against none of them It provides for all people and even cleanses those places a man is loath to go In this way it is just like Tao

Live in accordance with the nature of things: Build your house on solid ground Keep your mind still When giving, be kind When speaking, be truthful When ruling, be just When working, be one-pointed When acting, remember—timing is everything

One who lives in accordance with nature does not go against the way of things He moves in harmony with the present moment always knowing the truth of just what to do