Great Quote by Laozi
“Be as the still mountain; Move like the great river.”
About This Quote
Source Ancient Text: Tao Te Ching, Chapter 23, attributed to Laozi, 6th century BC
Embrace stillness for inner peace and flow with dynamic movement for progress.
In simple terms: Be calm, act fluidly.
Balance stillness with action.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- meditation
- creative work
- conflict resolution
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is stillness counterproductive?
- How can you stay fluid under pressure?
Stillness may hinder decisive action.