First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak.

Survey and test a prospective action before undertaking it. Before you proceed, step back and look at the big picture, lest you act rashly on raw impulse.

It takes more than just a good looking body. You've got to have the heart and soul to go with it.

The wise realize that some things are within their control, and most things are not. They learn early on to distinguish between what they can and can't regulate.

A half-hearted spirit has no power. Tentative efforts lead to tentative outcomes. Average people enter into their endeavors headlong and without care.

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.

Any person capable of angering you becomes your master; he can anger you only when you permit yourself to be disturbed by him.