In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things.
If evil be spoken of you and it be true, correct yourself, if it be a lie, laugh at it.
No man is disturbed by things, but by his opinion about things.
Try to enjoy the great festival of life with other men!
Don't be concerned with other people's impressions of you. They are dazzled and deluded by appearances. Stick with your purpose. This alone will strengthen your will and give your life coherence.
Ruin and recovering are both from within.