self-control Quotes

Substitute 'damn' every time you're inclined to write 'very'; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.

You must not fight too often with one enemy, or you will teach him all your art of war.

I make it a rule never to smoke while I'm sleeping.

Drag your thoughts away from your troubles... by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.

The strong man is the one who is able to intercept at will the communication between the senses and the mind.

Men are moved by two levers only: fear and self interest.

I have only one counsel for you - be master.

'Tis one thing to be tempted, another thing to fall.

Do whatever you will, but first be such as are able to will.

Those who cannot understand how to put their thoughts on ice should not enter into the heat of debate.