"Whenever anyone criticizes or wrongs you, remember that they are only doing or saying what they think is right. They cannot be guided by your views, only their own; so if their views are wrong, they a…"

"If you want to be rich, do not add to your possessions but subtract from your desires."

"Small-minded people are fond of saying, 'By Zeus, I wish I were not a philosopher!'"

"The essence of philosophy is to put up with things."

"Attach yourself to what is spiritually superior, regardless of what other people think or do. Hold to your true aspirations no matter what is going on around you."