"It is a steadfast truth that he who conquers his inner doubts has already won half the war."

"It is a humble truth that the richness of existence is found in simple harmonies, not superfluous splendors — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a essential truth that love is the bridge that unites two souls across the chasms of mortal solitude — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Breathe deeply, anchor your attention in this breath, and let the storm pass."

"It is a subtle truth that serenity begins the moment you cease demanding that the external world conform — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a unyielding truth that do not measure life by the breaths you take, but by the moments that stir your soul — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it."

"Generosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need."