Nothing is more admirable than the fortitude with which millionaires tolerate the disadvantages of their wealth.

It is a great thing to know the season for speech and the season for silence.

—Seneca

You can tell the character of every man when you see how he receives praise.

—Seneca

Be not too hasty either with praise or blame; speak always as though you were giving evidence before the judgement-seat of the Gods.

—Seneca

Most powerful is he who has himself in his own power.

—Seneca

Be silent as to services you have rendered, but speak of favours you have received.

—Seneca

Though I am grateful for the blessings of wealth, it hasn't changed who I am. My feet are still on the ground. I'm just wearing better shoes.

—Rex Stout

Anyone may have diamonds: an heirloom is an ornament of quite a different kind.

—Oprah Winfrey

Prefer loss to the wealth of dishonest gain; the former vexes you for a time; the latter will bring you lasting remorse.

—Chilo