It is not he who reviles or strikes you who insults you, but your opinion that these things are insulting.

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Whenever you are angry, be assured that it is not only a present evil, but that you have increased a habit.

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If thy brother wrongs thee, remember not so much his wrong-doing, but more than ever that he is thy brother.

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If you do not wish to be prone to anger, do not feed the habit give it nothing which may tend to its increase.

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If you do not wish to be prone to anger, do not feed the habit; give it nothing which may tend to its increase.

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If you seek truth you will not seek victory by dishonorable means, and if you find truth you will become invincible.

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There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.

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To a reasonable creature, that alone is insupportable which is unreasonable but everything reasonable may be supported.

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When you are offended at any man's fault, turn to yourself and study your own failings. Then you will forget your anger.

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Do not seek to bring things to pass in accordance with your wishes, but wish for them as they are, and you will find them.

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