Lao Tzu Tao Teachings - Verse 20

How great is the difference between “yea” and “yeah”?
How great is the distinction between “good” and “evil”?

Must I fear what others fear? How silly!
Everyone else is joyous as if enjoying the greatest feast,

or going up the terraces in spring.
I alone am drifting without direction, like a baby who has not yet smiled.

I alone am moping as if I had no home.
Everyone else has more than they need,

I alone seem in want.
I have the mind of a fool, how confused I am!

Other people are bright and clever,
I alone am dark.

Other people are alert and self-assured,
I alone am dull and muddled.

I am unsettled like the waves of the sea, like the restless wind.
Everyone else has a purpose,

I alone am stubborn and awkward.
I am different from other people,
Even so, I am nourished by the Great.

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