It is the sign of a dull mind to dwell upon the cares of the body, to prolong exercise, eating and drinking and other bodily functions. These things are best done by the way; all your attention must be given to the mind.

Whenever you are angry, be assured that it is not only a present evil, but that you have increased a habit.

Difficulties show men what they are. In case of any difficulty, God has pitted you against a rough antagonist that you may be a conqueror, and this cannot be without toil.

Difficulties are things that show a person what they are.

No greater thing is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig. If you tell me that you desire a fig, I answer you that there must be time. Let it first blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen.

Let death be daily before your eyes, and you will never entertain any abject thought, nor too eagerly covet anything.

No great thing is created suddenly.

Only the educated are free.

Neither should a ship rely on one small anchor, nor should life rest on a single hope.

Men are disturbed not by things, but by the view which they take of them.