The whole universe is change and life itself is but what you deem it

Men despise one another and flatter one another; and men wish to raise themselves above one another, and crouch before one another.

It is in your power to withdraw yourself whenever you desire. Perfect tranquility within consists in the good ordering of the mind, the realm of your own.

After all, what does fame everlasting mean? Mere vanity.

Just as nature takes every obstacle, every impediment, and works around it--turns it to its purposes, incorporates it into itself, so, too, a rational being can turn each setback into raw material and use it to achieve its goal.

Be satisfied with your business, and learn to love what you were bred to.

Our life is what our thoughts make it.