He is most powerful who governs himself.
There is no evil that does not promise inducements. Avarice promises money; luxury, a varied assortment of pleasures; ambition, a purple robe and applause. Vices tempt you by the rewards they offer.
What were once vices are the fashion of the day.
The guilt of enforced crimes lies on those who impose them.
Make haste to live, and consider each day a life.
Ponder for a long time whether you shall admit a given person to your friendship; but when you have decided to admit him, welcome him with all your heart and soul. Speak as boldly with him as with yourself.