In the morning fix thy good purpose; and at night examine thyself what thou hast done, how thou hast behaved thyself in word, deed, and thought.

Man considers the actions, but God weighs the intentions.

At the least bear patiently, if thou canst not joyfully.

Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be, since you cannot make yourself as you wish to be.

Is a man one whit the better because he is grown great in other men's esteem?

Therefore, a man ought to root himself so firmly in God that he will not need the consolations of men.

Do not interfere when your opinion is not sought.