But this is altogether a mark of the most common sort of men, for it is in your power whenever you choose to retire into yourself.

The ruling power within, when it is in its natural state, is so related to outer circumstances that it easily changes to accord with what can be done and what is given it to do.

The object of life is not to be on the side of the majority, but to escape finding oneself in the ranks of the insane.

Get rid of the judgement ... get rid of the 'I am hurt,' you are rid of the hurt itself.

You exist but as a part inherent in a greater whole. Do not live as though you had a thousand years before you. The common due impends; while you live, and while you may, be good.

Receive the gifts of fortune without pride, and part with them without reluctance.

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?'