John Milton

“The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven.”

“Better to reign in Hell than serve in Heaven.”

“They also serve who only stand and wait.”

“He who reigns within himself and rules his passions, desires, and fears is more than a king.”

“Then wilt thou not be loath To leave this Paradise , but shalt possess A Paradise within thee, happier far.”

“Who overcomes by force, hath overcome but half his foe.”