A book of Chinese wisdom. 2 examples:
Breathing to the Heels
The True Person of the ancient times slept without dreaming and awoke without care. Their food was plain. Their breathing was deep. The True Person breathed to their heels. Most people breathe to their throats. Bent and tight, they quarrel and vomit words. Their desires are old and deep, but they are shallow when it comes to knowing the opportunities of heaven.
The Fighting Cocks
Ji Xingzi raised a fighting cock for the king. After 10 days he was asked if the bird was ready, but he said, “Not yet. He is still immature and haughty and relies on his own power.” After another 10 days, he was asked again, but he said, “Not yet. He is still distracted by his surroundings.” After another 10 days he was asked again, but he said, “Not yet. He still glares angrily and overflows with vigor.” After another 10 days, he was asked again, but he said, “Almost. When another cock crows, he is unaffected. He looks as if he was made of wood. His qualities are complete. No other cock will dare to fight him, but will run from him instead.”