Asian Wisdom

“Be content with what you have;
rejoice in the way things are.
When you realize nothing is lacking,
the whole world belongs to you.”  ~ Lao Tzu, Tao…

“All attempts to create something admirable are the weapons of evil. You may think you are practicing benevolence and righteousness, but in effect y…

“Knowing others is intelligence;
knowing yourself is true wisdom.
Mastering others is strength;
mastering yourself is true power.”  ~ Lao Tzu, Tao T…

“Trying to understand is like straining through muddy water. Have the patience to wait! Be still and allow the mud to settle.” ~ Lao Tzu, Tao Te Chi…

"To make their will perfect, they developed their knowledge as possible. Developing knowledge is scrutinizing the nature of things. When knowled…

"The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." ~ Chinese proverb


This Chinese proverb is the inspiration o…

"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it or who has said it, not even if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your ow…

"Everything that has a beginning has an ending. Make your peace with that and all will be well." ~ The Buddha


The Buddha states the rather…

"The ancient kings, to shine the natural virtues in the hearts of all men, at first should govern well in their kingdom. To govern well in their…