self-control Quotes

Covetousness is both the beginning and the end of the devil's alphabet - the first vice in corrupt nature that moves, and the last which dies.

Wit is a dangerous weapon, even to the possessor, if he knows not how to use it discreetly.

Not being able to govern events, I govern myself.

It is a clear gain to sacrifice pleasure in order to avoid pain.

Honor has not to be won; it must only not be lost.

Virtue is a habit of the mind, consistent with nature and moderation and reason.

Hatred is settled anger.

The enemy is within the gates; it is with our own luxury, our own folly, our own criminality that we have to contend.

Any man is liable to err, only a fool persists in error.

Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide.