When our friends are present we ought to treat them well; and when they are absent, to speak of them well.
EpictetusIt is unreasonable to think we can earn rewards without being willing to pay their true price. It is always our choice whether or not we wish to pay the price for life's rewards.
EpictetusConsider first the nature of the business in hand; then examine thy own nature, whether thou hast strength to undertake it.
Epictetus