Suffering arises from trying to control what is uncontrollable, or from neglecting what is within our power.

Why, do you not know, then, that the origin of all human evils, and of baseness, and cowardice, is not death, but rather the fear of death?

Sickness is a hindrance to the body, but not to your ability to choose, unless that is your choice. Lameness is a hindrance to the leg, but not to your ability to choose. Say this to yourself with regard to everything that happens, then you will see such obstacles as hindrances to something else, but not to yourself.

To live a life of virtue, you have to become consistent, even when it isn't convenient, comfortable, or easy.

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

There is nothing good or evil save in the will.

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