Modesty

Poor and content is rich, and rich enough.

Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants.

Conquer, but don't triumph

It has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important

Rare indulgence produces greater pleasure

We can do no great things, only small things with great love

I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best

To have a good life you need to live hidden

Do not speak of your happiness to one less fortunate than yourself

Your successes and happiness are forgiven you only if you generously consent to share them

It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness

Lovers who love truly do not write down their happiness

There is no power on earth that can neutralize the influence of a high, simple and useful life

Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants

He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature

One should eat to live, not live to eat

Fishing is much more than fish. It is the great occasion when we may return to the fine simplicity of our forefathers

When it is obvious that the goals cannot be reached, don't adjust the goals, adjust the action steps

It is the privilege of the gods to want nothing, and of godlike men to want little