It is wicked to withdraw from being useful to the needy, and cowardly to give way to the worthless.

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

What disturbs people, these are not things, but the judgments relating to things

Whenever you are angry, be assured that it is not only a present evil, but that you have increased a habit.

There is nothing good or evil save in the will.

When you are offended at any man's fault, turn to yourself and study your own failings. Then you will forget your anger.

If any be unhappy, let him remember that he is unhappy by reason of himself alone. For God hath made all men to enjoy felicity and constancy of good.