Remember that man lives only in the present, in this fleeting instant; all the rest of his life is either past and gone, or not yet revealed.

In an expression of true gratitude, sadness is conspicuous only by its absence

The stone that is thrown into the air is none the worse for falling down, and none the better for going up.

Suppose that men kill thee, cut thee in pieces, curse thee, what can these things do to prevent thy mind from remaining pure, wise, sober, just?

All that is harmony for you, my Universe, is in harmony with me as well. Nothing that comes at the right time for you is too early or too late for me. Everything is fruit to me that your seasons bring, Nature. All things come of you, have their being in you, and return to you.

Our life is what our thoughts make it. Do every act of your life as if it were your last. In a word, your life is short. You must make the most of the present with the aid of reason and justice. Since it is possible that you may be quitting life this very moment, govern every act and thought accordingly.

The cucumber is bitter? Then throw it out. There are brambles in the path? Then go around. That's all you need to know.