Quote collection

If you are depressed, you are living in the past.

If you are anxious, you are living in the future.

If you are in peace, you are living in the present.

Attributed to Lao Tzu (6th century BC)

You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realise this and you will find strength.

Marcus Aurelius (121 to 180 AD)

In a properly organised society like ours,

nobody has any opportunities for being noble or heroic.

Mustapha Mond in Brave New World (1932) by Aldous Huxley