Imagine for yourself a character, a model personality, whose example you determine to follow, in private as well as in public.

Not things, but opinions about things, trouble men.

“From this instant on, vow to stop disappointing yourself, separate yourself from the mob. Decide to be extraordinary and do what you need to do—now.”

“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.”

“Anyone who can make you angry becomes your master.”

“You become what you give your attention to.”

“Devote the rest of your life to making progress.”

“Seek not the good in external things; seek it in yourselves.”

“Nothing truly stops you. Nothing truly holds you back. For your own will is always within your control.”

“It is essential that we not respond impulsively… take a moment before reacting, and you will find it easier to maintain control.”