It pays to be obvious, especially if you have a reputation for subtlety.
The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd; indeed in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind, a widespread belief is more likely to be foolish than sensible.
Reading well is one of the great pleasures that solitude can afford you.
Walking is the best possible exercise. Habituate yourself to walk very far.
In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary.
Joy is prayer - Joy is strength - Joy is love - Joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls.
There is no nonsense so errant that it cannot be made the creed of the vast majority by adequate governmental action.