Laozi Inspirational Quote

The inspirational quote from Laozi breaks down the philosophy of thinking before you act in my eyes. It discusses how by not thinking about the consequences of one's actions he or she could become accustom to mistreating others and making bad decisions. At the same time it is also inspirational and uplifting. It accomplishes this by not directly talking about bad actions. It leaves the door open for the reader to also understand that positive actions lead to a positive destiny. For this reason this quote contains merit.

Another reason this quote has merit is that it talks about how internalized thoughts can become words and then actions. This is present when the author says, "Watch your thoughts, for they become words." This simple truth is impactful on the reader and can cause reflection on one's own thoughts. This part of the quote also influences positive thinking which will lead to positive behavior. For this reason this quote holds water even today.
It does this by showing how having something as small as a poor thought can lead to a bad decision that defines a person. At the end of the quote when it says, "Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny," it sums up how a small decision can define a person's legacy. An example of this in modern life would be someone that made a bad decision and went to prison for a short time. Even though that decision may be behind them, they are still going to be defined by it as it is on their