Remember this - that there is a proper dignity and proportion to be observed in the performance of every act of life.

He who follows reason in all things is both tranquil and active at the same time, and also cheerful and collected.

A man must stand erect, not be kept erect by others.

Are you distracted by outward cares? Then allow yourself a space of quiet wherein you can add to your knowledge of the Good and learn to curb your restlessness. Nowhere can a man find a quieter or more untroubled retreat than in his own soul. Avail yourself often, then, of this retirement, and so continually renew yourself.

I was once a fortunate man but at some point fortune abandoned me. But true good fortune is what you make for yourself. Good fortune: good character, good intentions, and good actions.

If I and my two children cannot move the gods, the gods must have their reasons.

The most complete revenge is not to imitate the aggressor.