Tao Te Ching 29-43

Throughout my entire life, I have thrived to achieve results. The reason is probably because I enjoy the feeling that comes with it. There is nothing better than to finally accomplish something you have always wanted. Unfortunately, the Tao Te Ching disagrees with this concept. According to the verse that I have chosen, one must view achievements in a very different way.

THIRTY

Achieve results,
But never glory in them.
Achieve results,
But never boast.
Achieve results,
But never be proud.
Achieve results,
Because this is the natural way.
Achieve results,
But not trough violence.

Even though I believe that achievements are always things to be proud of, there are still many parts of this verse that I agree with. Of course, you shouldn’t boast your accomplishments and show them off to everyone. I also agree with the fact that one should always succeed in his/her own natural way. Nowadays, violence and cheating are getting very popular amongst people who seek glory. I don’t believe that getting first place as an athlete while using steroids is an achievement someone should be proud of, the same goes for getting and 100 on a test you cheated off. Practice and determination are one of the main roads that will lead you to success.