It is a shame for the soul to be first to give way in this life, when thy body does not give way.

He who fears death either fears the loss of sensation or a different kind of sensation. But if thou shalt have no sensation, neither wilt thou feel any harm; and if thou shalt acquire another kind of sensation, thou wilt be a different kind of living being and thou wilt not cease to live.

Begin - to begin is half the work, let half still remain; again begin this, and thou wilt have finished.

Is any man afraid of change? Why what can take place without change? What then is more pleasing or more suitable to the universal nature?

Reflect often upon the rapidity with which all existing things, or things coming into existence, sweep past us and are carried away.

Limit time to the present. Meditate upon your last hour.

Enter others' minds and let them enter yours.