Quotes about Introspection

I wish I were a girl again, half savage and hardy, and free; and laughing at injuries, not maddening under them! Why am I so changed? why does my blood rush into a hell of tumult at a few words?

If I could I would always work in silence and obscurity, and let my efforts be known by their results.

It struck me soon, however, there would be more sense in endeavouring to repair some of his wrongs than shedding tears over them.

The longer he stood, the plainer his reflections revealed their blackness through his features.

It is strange people should be so greedy when they are alone in the world!

They do live more in earnest, more in themselves, and less in surface change, and frivolous external things.

Is it that they think it a duty to be continually talking,' pursued she: 'and so never pause to think, but fill up with aimless trifles and vain repetitions when subjects of real interest fail to present themselves, or do they really take a pleasure in such discourse?

I am now quite content in my seeking pleasure in society be it country or town, a sensible man ought to find sufficient company in himself.

If any be unhappy, let him remember that he is unhappy by reason of himself alone. For God hath made all men to enjoy felicity and constancy of good.

If a person gave your body to any stranger he met on his way, you would certainly be angry. And do you feel no shame in handing over your own mind to be confused and mystified by anyone who happens to verbally attack you?

If a person gave your body to any stranger he met on his way, you would certainly be angry. And do you feel no shame in handing over your own mind to be confused and mystified by anyone who happens to verbally attack you?

On the occasion of every accident (event) that befalls you, remember to turn to yourself and inquire what power you have for turning it to use.