I am very conscious that I am not wise at all.

Wisest is he who knows he knows not.

Often when looking at a mass of things for sale, he would say to himself, 'How many things I have no need of!'

All things in moderation, including moderation.

The young people of today think of nothing but themselves. They have no reverence for parents or old age. They are impatient of all restraint. They talk as if they alone knew everything and what passes for wisdom with us is foolishness with them. As for girls, they are forward, immodest and unwomanly in speech, behaviour and dress.

Remember, no human condition is ever permanent. Then you will not be overjoyed in good fortune nor too scornful in misfortune.

The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.