Thought and Reason
The mind is a matter over every kind of fortune; itself acts in both ways, being the cause of its own happiness and misery.3.9 · 42 votes · 175 reads
Thought and Reason
The mind is like an iceberg, it floats with one-seventh of its bulk above water.4.7 · 39 votes · 168 reads
Thought and Reason
The most complicated achievements of thought are possible without the assistance of consciousness.3.2 · 58 votes · 19 reads
Various
The road to learning by precept is long, but by example short and effective.4.7 · 22 votes · 101 reads
Various
There is a noble manner of being poor, and who does not know it will never be rich.4.9 · 49 votes · 126 reads
Virtues
There is as much greatness of mind in acknowledging a good turn, as in doing it.3.1 · 44 votes · 188 reads
Feelings
Those that are a friend to themselves are sure to be a friend to all.4.4 · 23 votes · 180 reads
Art and Culture
When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.4.4 · 7 votes · 122 reads
Virtues
Whenever you hold a fellow creature in distress, remember that he is a man.4.9 · 52 votes · 16 reads
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