Michel de Montaigne

philosophy
3 quotes

He who fears he shall suffer, already suffers what he fears.

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insightsufferingapprehensionanxiety

Source: The Essays of Michel de Montaigne

Not being able to govern events, I govern myself, and apply myself to them, if they will not apply themselves to me.

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insightfocusdeterminationperseverencewillpower

Source: The Essays of Michel de Montaigne

There are defeats more triumphant than victories.

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insightdefeatfailure

Source: The Essays of Michel de Montaigne