Nervousness is the disease of civilization

We should take time to enjoy things, the beauties of God's creation, the many blessings of  life but avoid undue excitement, restlessness, and sudden emotions, which burn up the nervous system.
 If you spend your life in constant excitement, you will never know true happiness. Live simply and take life more easily. Happiness lies in giving yourself time to think and to introspect. Be alone once in a while, and remain more in silence...