Michel Eyquem De Montaigne, (1533-1592), French Philosopher, Essayist Quotes
I don't care as much for what I am to others as I do for what I am to myself.
Not being able to govern events, I govern myself, and apply myself to them if they will not apply themselves to me.
True it is that she who escapeth safe and unpolluted from out the school of freedom, giveth more confidence of herself than she who cometh sound out of the school of severity and restraint.
Souls that are regular and strong of themselves are rare.
When we have got it, we want something else.
The desire for riches is more sharpened by their use than by their need. Pleasing all: a mark that can never be aimed at or hit.
The Ancient Mariner said to Neptune during a great storm, " God, you will save me if you wish, but I am going to go on holding my tiller straight.
Extremity of philosophy is hurtful.
Desire and hope will push us on toward the future.
Diogenes was asked what wine he liked best, and he answered, "Somebody else's.