[Sangetsu]

Read the book of Ecclesiastes in the bible (which is probably the most interesting part as it is the least religious), which is where such quotes as "there is a time for all seasons", and "rejoice young man in thy youth" come from. King Solomon was a wise man, and discusses the issue of life and living in interesting detail.

I think it was Francis Bacon who said "a wise man makes more opportunities than he finds".