Seneca The Younger

The day which we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity.
– Seneca

Nothing is so bitter that a calm mind cannot find comfort in it.
– Seneca

The primary sign of a well-ordered mind is a man’s ability to remain in one place and linger in his own company
– Seneca

Good sides to adversity are best admired at a distance.
– Seneca

I would rather be sick than idle.
– Seneca

Eyes will not see when the heart wishes them to be blind.
– Seneca

Be harsh with yourself at times.
– Seneca

Let us say what we feel, and feel what we say; let speech harmonize with life.
– Seneca

He is a king who fears nothing, he is a king who desires nothing!
– Seneca

Difficulties strengthen the mind, as labor does the body.
– Seneca