Let silence be your general rule; or say only what is necessary and in few words.

Whenever you are angry, be assured that it is not only a present evil, but that you have increased a habit.

Does a man reproach thee for being proud or ill-natured, envious or conceited, ignorant or detracting? Consider with thyself whether his reproaches are true. If they are not, consider that thou art not the person whom he reproaches, but that he reviles an imaginary being, and perhaps loves what thou really art, though he hates what thou appearest to be.

You know yourself what you are worth in your own eyes; and at what price you will sell yourself. For men sell themselves at various prices. This is why, when Florus was deliberating whether he should appear at Nero's shows, taking part in the performance himself, Agrippinus replied, 'Appear by all means.' And when Florus inquired, 'But why do not you appear?' he answered, 'Because I do not even consider the question.'

If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid.

Don't demand or expect that events happen as you would wish them do. Accept events as they actually happen. That way, peace is possible.

To live a life of virtue, match up your thoughts, words, and deeds.