As a man, casting off worn out garments taketh new ones, so the dweller in the body, entereth into ones that are new.

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.

Against specious appearances we must set clear convictions, bright and ready for use. When death appears as an evil, we ought immediately to remember that evils are things to be avoided, but death is inevitable.

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

People are not disturbed by things, but by the view they take of them.

Bear in mind that you should conduct yourself in life as at a feast.

It is not he who gives abuse that affronts, but the view that we take of it as insulting; so that when one provokes you it is your own opinion which is provoking.