Aim at perfection in everything, though in most things it is unattainable. However they who aim at it, and persevere, will come much nearer to it than those whose laziness and despondency make them give it up as unattainable.
In seeking wisdom thou art wise; in imagining that thou hast attained it - thou art a fool.
Ridicule is the best test of truth.
Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination: never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.
There is time enough for everything in the course of the day if you do but one thing once; but there is not time enough in the year if you will do two things at a time.
I recommend you to take care of the minutes, for the hours will take care of themselves.