The power of opening space

If I keep from meddling with people, they take care of themselves
If I keep from commanding people, they behave themselves
If I keep from preaching at people, they improve themselves
If I keep from imposing on people, they become themselves.

Tao Te Ching

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2 Responses to “The power of opening space”

  1. Daniella
    November 21st, 2005 06:54
    1

    Should be given to each parent when a newborn is release from the hospital.

  2. jack
    November 21st, 2005 22:52
    2

    Indeed Daniella! It should be given to every manager on their first day managing.

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