He would be the finer gentleman that should leave the world without having tasted of lying or pretence of any sort, or of wantonness or conceit.

It is possible to depart from life at this moment. Have this thought in mind whenever you act, speak, or think.

Because a thing seems difficult for you, do not think it impossible for anyone to accomplish.

All things change, and you yourself are constantly wasting away. So also is the universe.

If anyone can refute me-show me I'm making a mistake or looking at things from the wrong perspective-I'l l gladly change. It's the truth I'm after, and the truth never harmed anyone. What harms us is to persist in self-deceit and ignorance.

Practice really hearing what people say. Do your best to get inside their mind.

Men despise one another and flatter one another; and men wish to raise themselves above one another, and crouch before one another.