Quotes about Self-preservation

I am not morally obligated to care more for a man than he cares for himself.

The power of hiding ourselves from one another is mercifully given, for men are wild beasts, and would devour one another but for this protection.

Self-preservation is the first principle of our nature.

Nature has made up her mind that what cannot defend itself shall not be defended.

My philosophy? Have a laugh for as long as you can and don't get run over. Or stabbed.