"If a man is unhappy, this must be due to his own fault, that he has forgotten that all things are in his own power."

"When you have decided that a thing is good, and you cling to it, then do not be ashamed to say that you cling to it."

"Don't seek to have things happen as you wish, but wish them to happen as they do happen, and all will be well with you."

"Now is the time to get serious about living your ideals. How long can you afford to put off who you really want to be? Your nobler self cannot wait any longer. Put your principles into practice – now.…"

"Control your perceptions. Direct your actions properly. Accept what is outside your control. Willingly do what needs to be done."