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

To run away from trouble is a form of cowardice and, while it is true that the suicide braves death, he does it not for some noble object but to escape some ill – Aristotle

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

In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous – Aristotle

The secret to humor is surprise – Aristotle

My best friend is the man who in wishing me well wishes it for my sake – Aristotle