Wherever any one is against his will, that is to him a prison.

If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid.

On the occasion of every accident that befalls you, remember to turn to yourself and inquire what power you have for turning it to use.

Any one thing in the creation is sufficient to demonstrate a Providence to a humble and grateful mind.

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

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

Who are those people by whom you wish to be admired? Are they not these whom you are in the habit of saying that they are mad? What then? Do you wish to be admired by the mad?