"On the death of a friend, we should consider that the fates through confidence have devolved on us the task of a double living, that we have henceforth to fulfill the promise of our friend's life also, in our own, to the world."
"To be a philosopher is not merely to have subtle thoughts, nor even to found a school, but so to love wisdom as to live according to its dictates, a life of simplicity, independence, magnanimity and trust."
"Men are born to succeed, not to fail."
"Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake."
"Do what you love. Know your own bone; gnaw at it, bury it, unearth it, and gnaw it still."
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you've imagined."