In trying to please other people, we find ourselves misdirected toward what lies outside our sphere of influence. In doing so, we lose our hold on our lifes purpose.

Getting distracted by trifles is the easiest thing in the world… Focus on your main duty

What is it to be a philosopher? Is it not to be prepared against events?

It is impossible to begin to learn that which one thinks one already knows.

Ruin and recovering are both from within.

From this instant on, vow to stop disappointing yourself. Separate yourself from the mob. Decide to be extraordinary and do what you need to do -- now.

Never look for your work in one place and your progress in another.