He who is a philosopher or lover of learning, and is entirely pure at departing, is alone permitted to reach the gods. And this is the reason, Simmias and Cebes, why the true votaries of philosophy abstain from all fleshly lusts, and endure and refuse to give themselves up to them—not because they fear poverty or ruin of their families, like the lovers of money, and the world in general; nor like the lovers of power and honor, because they dread the dishonor or disgrace of evil deeds. The Trials Of Socrates

Often the only difference between a problem being painful or being powerful is a sense that we chose it, and that we are responsible for it. The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*Ck

Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. Atomic Habits

She was of course only too good for him; but as nobody minds having what is too good for them, he was very steadily earnest in the pursuit of the blessing... Mansfield Park