The soul's impurity consists in bad judgements, and purification consists in producing in it right judgements, and the pure soul is one which has right judgements, for this alone is proof against confusion and pollution in its functions.

To a longer and worse life, a shorter and better is by all means to be preferred.

From this instant on, vow to stop disappointing yourself. Separate yourself from the mob. Decide to be extraordinary and do what you need to do -- now.

Cowardice, the dread of what will happen.

Appear to know only this--never to fail nor fall.

In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things.

To get or not to get what we desire can be equally disappointing.