It is essential to make oneself used to putting up with a little. Even the wealthy and the well provided are continually met and frustrated by difficult times and situations. It is in no man's power to have whatever he wants; but he has it in his power not to wish for what he hasn't got, and cheerfully make the most of the things that do come his way.

That comes too late that comes for the asking.

He who boasts of his pedigree praises that which does not belong to him.

People do not die - they kill themselves.

The body is not a permanent dwelling, but a sort of inn which is to be left behind when one perceives that one is a burden to the host.

No man enjoys the true taste of life, but he who is ready and willing to quit it.

To be feared is to fear. No one has been able to strike terror into others and at the same time enjoy peace of mind.