Man is troubled not by events, but by the meaning he gives them.

Do nothing in a depressed mood, nor as one afflicted, nor as thinking that you are in misery, for no one compels you to that.

I have to die. If it is now, well then I die now; if later, then now I will take my lunch, since the hour for lunch has arrived - and dying I will tend to later.

Let silence be your general rule; or say only what is necessary and in few words.

If your heart is quite set upon a crown, make and put on one of roses, for it will make the prettier appearance.

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

Appear to know only this--never to fail nor fall.