quotes by Seneca

The man is happy, we say, who knows no good that would be greater than that which he can give to himself

Retire into yourself as much as possible. Associate with people who are likely to improve you. Welcome those whom you are capable of improving. The process is a mutual one. People learn as they teach.

Only the wise man is content with what is his. All foolishness suffers the burden of dissatisfaction with itself.

As it is with a play, so it is with life; what matters is not how long the acting lasts, but how good it is.

A happy life is one which is in accordance with its own nature.

Nothing is so wretched or foolish as to anticipate misfortunes. What madness is it to be expecting evil before it comes.