"If we have not peace within ourselves,..." - Quote by Francois De La Rochefoucauld

“Moderation is an ostentatious proof of our strength of character.”

“Jealousy is bred in doubts. When those doubts change into certainties, then the passion either ceases or turns absolute madness.”

“We arrive at the various stages of life quite as novices.”

“If you want to change the world, first change your heart.”

“It is not enough to be compassionate. You must act. There are two aspects to action. One is to overcome the distortions and afflictions of your own mind, that is, in terms of calming and eventually dispelling anger. This is action out of compassion. The other is more social, more public. When something needs to be done in the world to rectify the wrongs, if one is really concerned with benefitting others, one needs to be engaged, involved.”

“Blessings don’t come from outside, but from within. Whatever blessings we receive are the result of our own efforts and positive actions.”

“Walk away from the 97% crowd. Don't use their excuses. Take charge of your own life.”

“Your life is the fruit of your own doing. You have no one to blame but yourself.”

“Nature has made up her mind that what cannot defend itself shall not be defended.”