It is one of history's greatest ironies that, over the centuries, the pursuit of pleasure has resulted in more pain than enjoyment.

In all human affairs, the wisest course is to be passionate about the role of reason and reasonable about the role of passion.

When we're young, everything is possible; when we're old, possibilities are everything.

We can never truly understand the people we hate; we can never truly hate the people we understand.

The voice of reason is inaudible to irrational people.

The best thing about fear is that it provides a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate courage.

Turning seventy is like beginning the eighth inning of a baseball game. The contest is nearing completion, but there's likely to be some action, and even a few exciting plays, before the game draws to an end.