More quotes by Aristotle

"Excellence is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, and intelligent execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice, not chance, determines your destiny."
"To write well, express yourself like the common people, but think like a wise man."
"Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit."
"I have gained this by philosophy … I do without being ordered what some are constrained to do by their fear of the law."