The universal subjugator, the commonplace.

The assault of our enemies is not part of our life; it is only part of our experience; we throw it off and guard ourselves against it as against frost, storm, rain, hail, or any other of the external evils which may be expected to happen.

The connoisseur of art must be able to appreciate what is simply beautiful, but the common run of people is satisfied with ornament.

We don't get to know people when they come to us; we must go to them to find out what they are like.

Let no one be like another, yet everyone like the highest. How is this done? Be each one perfect in himself.

We are never deceived; we deceive ourselves.

Begin by instructing yourself, then you will receive instruction from others.