Dignity does not consist in possessing honors, but in deserving them – Aristotle

The ideal man bears the accidents of life with dignity and grace, making the best of circumstances – Aristotle

For though we love both the truth and our friends, piety requires us to honor the truth first – Aristotle

The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain – Aristotle

Mothers are fonder than fathers of their children because they are more certain they are their own – Aristotle

I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self – Aristotle