The stranger is close to us, insofar as we feel between him and ourselves common features of a national, social, occupational, or generally human, nature. He is far from us, insofar as these common features extend beyond him or us, and connect us only because they connect a great many people.
Writing is not about being clever. It's about being honest.
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
The true value of a mathematical theory lies in its ability to connect seemingly unrelated ideas.
The most valuable resource we have isn't in the ground - it's the people who show up every day to do the work.
译文：纵欲放荡、消极怠慢就不能勉励心志使精神振作，冒险草率、急躁不安就不能修养性情。赏析：我们要是一直沉迷于物质享受，贪图享乐，做任何事就会消极懈怠。做事草率鲁莽，浮浮躁躁的，事情也会难以成功。