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We are more often frightened than hurt.
-Seneca

Deliberate much before saying or doing anything, for you will not have the power of recalling what is said or done.
-Epictetus

If someone can prove me wrong and show me my mistake in any thought or action, I shall gladly change. I seek the truth, which never harmed anyone: the harm is to persist in one’s own self-deception and ignorance.
-Marcus Aurelius

Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.
-Marcus Aurelius

As is a tale, so is life: not how long it is, but how good it is, is what matters.
-Seneca

In prosperity it is very easy to find a friend; but in adversity it is the most difficult of all things. -Epictetus

The happiness of those who want to be popular depends on others; the happiness of those who seek pleasure fluctuates with moods outside their control; but the happiness of the wise grows out of their own free acts.
-Marcus Aurelius

The things you think about determine the quality of your mind. Your soul takes on the color of your thoughts.
-Marcus Aurelius

A sword never kills anybody; it is a tool in the killer’s hand.
-Seneca

Don’t be concerned with other people’s impressions of you. They are dazzled and deluded by appearances. Stick with your purpose. This alone will strengthen your will and give your life coherence.
-Epictetus