When a man is proud because he can understand and explain the writings of Chrysippus, say to yourself, 'if Chrysippus had not written obscurely, this man would have had nothing to be proud of.'

It is unlikely that the good of a snail should reside in its shell: so is it likely that the good of a man should?

Wish that everything should come about just as it does.

In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things.

Do not seek to bring things to pass in accordance with your wishes, but wish for them as they are, and you will find them.

As in walking it is your great care not to run your foot upon a nail, or to tread awry, and strain your leg; so let it be in all the affairs of human life, not to hurt your mind or offend your judgment. And this rule, if observed carefully in all your deportment, will be a mighty security to you in your undertakings.

Consider the bigger picture.....think things through and fully commit!