When we act pugnaciously, and injuriously, and angrily, and rudely, to what level have we degenerated? To the level of the wild beasts. Well, the fact is that some of us are wild beasts of a larger size, while others are little animals, malignant and petty.

It doesn't take much to lose everything, just a little departure from reason

Suffering arises from trying to control what is uncontrollable, or from neglecting what is within our power.

Attach yourself to what is spiritually superior, regardless of what other people think or do. Hold to your true aspirations no matter what is going on around you.

What disturbs people's minds are not events but their judgments on events.

It's so simple really: If you say you're going to do something, do it. If you start something, finish it.

Covetousness like jealousy, when it has taken root, never leaves a person, but with their life. Cowardice is the dread of what will happen.