It might behoove us to realize that isolation is the absence of all the senseless clutter, and all the incessant racket that would keep God from having ample room to show up and sufficient silence to be heard. Therefore, isolation may actually be the place where we are least isolated.

Take decision each single time to ascertain that you are getting the best every time.

The true business of the philosopher, though not flattering to his vanity, is merely to ascertain, arrange and condense the facts.