Attain and maintain a reputation, for it is the usufruct of fame. A stiff climb, for it is the issue of excellence, as rare as mediocrity is common.
Never do anything when you are in a temper, for you will do everything wrong.
Maturity of mind is best shown in slow belief.
We often have to put up with most from those on whom we most depend.
Aspire rather to be a hero than merely appear one.
Some are satisfied to stand politely before the portals of Fortune and to await her bidding; better those who push forward, who employ their enterprise, who on the wings of their worth and valor seek to embrace luck, and to effectively gain her favor.