Desire and happiness cannot live together.

We have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen twice as much as we speak.

It is difficulties that show what men are. For the future, in case of any difficulty, remember that God, like a gymnastic trainer, has pitted you against a rough antagonist. For what end? That you may be an Olympic conqueror; and this cannot be without toil.

Let no man think that he is loved by any who loveth none.

No matter where you find yourself, comport yourself as if you were a distinguished person.

The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forbearing.

Events do not just happen, but arrive by appointment.