"Observe all men, thyself most."

"To question with sincerity is the first step toward dismantling dogma. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds."

"Content makes poor men rich discontent makes rich men poor."

"An idea is a delicate seed; water it with curiosity and protect it from cynicism. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"To conquer fear is to realize that the roots of true happiness grow deep in the present moment."

"You have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that you meet it with courage and with the best that you have to give."

"Clear thinking requires courage even more than intellect. Such is the immutable nature of understanding."

"It is a subtle truth that where compassion abides, fear and resentment lose their dominion."