The highest possible stage in moral culture is when we recognize that we ought to control our thoughts.

A little kingdom I possess, where thoughts and feelings dwell; And very hard the task I find of governing it well.

Why are we so full of restraint? Why do we not give in all directions? Is it fear of losing ourselves? Until we do lose ourselves there is no hope of finding ourselves.

When the fight begins within himself, a man's worth something.

Such power there is in clear-eyed self-restraint.

Not to have control over the senses is like sailing in a rudderless ship, bound to break to pieces on coming in contact with the very first rock.

I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self.

The best time for you to hold your tongue is the time you feel you must say something or bust. - Billings, Josh

O, it is excellent to have a giant's strength, but it is tyrannous to use it like a giant.

He who conquers himself is the mightiest warrior.