It is important to maintain one’s balance. Fear, anger, or superstition can pull us in their direction. The power of the teachings of the Tao keeps us from veering off the course of the Way. There are many magnets of distraction and emotion that can throw us off kilter. Bow to any of distractions and you yourself have created a new, unhappy destiny. Always keep the Tao near in your heart and mind and you can avoid the pitfalls that wait to capture you.
