Happiness is secured through virtue; it is a good attained by man's own will.

To be able to endure odium is the first art to be learned by those who aspire to power.

Poetry is what gets lost in translation.

The friend is the man who knows all about you, and still likes you.

Decorate your home. It gives the illusion that your life is more interesting than it really is.

Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words.