Transcending Thoughts

A good friend who points out mistakes and imperfections and rebukes evil is to be respected as if he reveals a secret of hidden treasure.

Buddha

quotes by Seneca

Happy

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

Seneca

People Learn as they Teach

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.

Seneca

Being Content

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

Seneca

On Life

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.

Seneca

A Happy Life

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

Seneca

On Misfortune

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

Seneca