This is enough. Do not add, And why were such things made in the world?

A man should remove not only unnecessary acts, but also unnecessary thoughts, for then superfluous activity will not follow.

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

Think of what you have rather than of what you lack. Of the things you have, select the best and then reflect how eagerly you would have sought them if you did not have them.

Always take the short cut; and that is the rational one. Therefore say and do everything according to soundest reason.

The honest and good man ought to be exactly like a man who smells strong, so that the bystander as soon as he comes near him must smell whether he choose or not.

Receive wealth or prosperity without arrogance; and be ready to let it go.