"Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly."

"The two powers which in my opinion constitute a wise man are those of bearing and forebearing."

"First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do."

"What is the first business of one who practices philosophy? To get rid of self-conceit. For it is impossible for anyone to begin to learn that which he thinks he already knows."

"Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens."

"First learn the meaning of what you say, and then speak."

"Why is it OK to love without a reason, but anger requires justification?"

"The universe is made of stories, not atoms."

"A mind stretched by a new idea can never go back to its original dimensions."

"I don't know a better preparation for life than a love of poetry and a good digestion."

"For dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return."

"The best doctor in the world is the veterinarian. He can't ask his patients what is the matter-he's got to just know."