It is within our power not to make a judgement about something, and so not disturb our minds; for nothing in itself possesses the power to form our judgements.
Marcus AureliusNatural ability without education has more often raised a man to glory and virtue than education without natural ability.
Marcus AureliusA good man does not spy around for the black spots in others, but presses unswervingly on towards his mark.
Marcus Aurelius