About This Quote
This quote means that the perfect man uses his mind like a mirror – going after nothing, welcoming nothing, and responding but not storing – to give to others. He does not take anything from anyone or return any favors. He does not expect people to do things for him so he doesn’t take advantage of them either. It is a challenging way to live and many people find it hard to adapt to it, but those who do thrive in this way. The perfect man is one who everyone looks up to and wants to emulate.
Source: The Complete Works Of Chuang Tzu
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