When we blather about trivial things, we ourselves become trivial, for our attention gets taken up with trivialities. You become what you give your attention to.

It is the sign of a dull mind to dwell upon the cares of the body, to prolong exercise, eating and drinking and other bodily functions. These things are best done by the way; all your attention must be given to the mind.

Were I a nightingale, I would act the part of a nightingale; were I a swan, the part of a swan.

If your heart is quite set upon a crown, make and put on one of roses, for it will make the prettier appearance.

Caretake this moment. Immerse yourself in its particulars. Respond to this person, this challenge, this deed. Quit evasions. Stop giving yourself needless trouble. It is time to really live; to fully inhabit the situation you happen to be in now.

The pleasure which we most rarely experience gives us greatest delight.

Do not try to seem wise to others.