On Holding Power

| The Tao Chapter 61 – My Fourth Interpretation|

Holding great power in the eyes of many brings esteem. The greater you grow in power, the greater your need to remain grounded in humility, otherwise you will find yourself in enmity.

Being grounded in humility, acknowledge, admit and correct your errors; analyze criticism as it may hold lessons for your betterment; and find yourself in proclaimed enemies so you may increase in understanding.

Embracing this stature will secure goodwill toward yourself in the hearts and minds of others because you shine as a guiding light.

You are a leader.

LIVING THE TAO: Today, I invite you to reflect on the first, second and third interpretations along with this fourth and ask, are there any shifts you are prepared to make today in relation to aligning with the art of living as shared in the Tao?

My 2018 focus is to intentionally live the Tao Te Ching. This is my fourth reading of Stephen Mitchell’s translation. I share my daily interpretations hoping to inspire you to do the same.

Embrace your journey. Experience bliss. Live the Tao.

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