You don't have to turn this into something. It doesn't have to upset you. Things can't shape our decisions by themselves.

Know the joy of life by piling good deed on good deed until no rift or cranny appears between them.

The true worth of a man is to be measured by the objects he pursues.

Most of what we say and do is not essential. If you can eliminate it, you'll have more time, and more tranquillity. Ask yourself at every moment, 'Is this necessary?'

From my grandfather's father, I learned to dispense with attendance at public schools, and to enjoy good teachers at home, and to recognize that on such things money should be eagerly spent.

For any particular thing, ask: What is it in itself? What is its nature?

Perhaps there are none more lazy, or more truly ignorant, than your everlasting readers.