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?'
Marcus AureliusBe like the rocky headland on which the waves constantly break. It stands firm, and round it the seething waters are laid to rest.
Marcus AureliusLet thy chief fort and place of defense be a mind free from passions. A stronger place and better fortified than this, hath no man.
Marcus AureliusThe passing minute is every man's equal possession but what has once gone by is not ours.
Marcus Aurelius