In the morning, when you are sluggish about getting up, let this thought be present: 'I am rising to a man's work.'

A man must stand erect, not be kept erect by others.

To the wise, life is a problem; to the fool, a solution.

Thou sufferest justly: for thou choosest rather to become good to-morrow than to be good to-day.

From the philosopher Catulus, never to be dismissive of a friend's accusation, even if it seems unreasonable, but to make every effort to restore the relationship to its normal condition.

People find pressure in different ways. I find it in keeping my mind clear. In not turning away from people or the things that happen to them. In accepting and welcoming everything I see. In treating each thing as it deserves.

Dig within. There lies the wellspring of good.