“One should not lose oneself in mind-dispersion or in one’s surroundings. Learn to practice breathing in order to regain control of body and mind, to practice mindfulness, and to develop concentration and wisdom.”

The five colors blind the eye The five tones deafen the ear The five flavors dull the palate Racing, hunting, and galloping about only disturb the mind Wasting energy to obtain rare objects only impedes one’s growth So the Sage is led by his inner truth and not his outer eye He holds to what is deep and not what lies on the surface