Each of us needs what nature gives us, when nature gives us.

The memory of everything is very soon overwhelmed in time.

Time is like a river made up of the events which happen, and a violent stream; for as soon as a thing has been seen, it is carried away, and another comes in its place, and this will be carried away too.

Though you break your heart, men will go on as before.

Think on this doctrine, - that reasoning beings were created for one another's sake; that to be patient is a branch of justice, and that men sin without intending it.

There is no misfortune, but to bear it nobly is good fortune.

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