consulting the Tao

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Whoever relies on the Tao in governing

doesn't try to force issues

or defeat enemies by force of arms.

For every force there is a counterforce.

Violence, even well intentioned, always rebounds upon oneself.

The Master does her job

and then stops.

She understands that the universe

is forever out of control,

and that trying to dominate events

goes against the current of the Tao.

Because she believes in herself,

she doesn't try to convince others.

Because she is content with herself,

she doesn't need others approval.

Because she accepts herself,

the whole world accepts her.