If you would be good, first believe that you are bad.

Seek not that the things which happen should happen as you wish; but wish the things which happen to be as they are, and you will have a tranquil flow of life.

Don't be concerned who is watching you. The triumphs and merits of others belong to them - as do yours to you. Make the most of what you've got.

Getting distracted by trifles is the easiest thing in the world… Focus on your main duty

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

Some of their faults men readily admit, but others not so readily.

Don't explain your philosophy. Embody it.