Things and people are not what we wish them to be nor what they seem to be. They are what they are. - Epictetus

When you attend the games, do not get emotionally invested in the rivalry. Wish only that the best team or athlete wins. Avoid the extremes of elation at a win and devastation at a loss.

If reason tells you a pleasure is wholesome and harmless, you may enjoy it in moderation. But take care not to let your happiness gradually become dependent on it.

There is one road to peace and happiness (keep the thought near by morning, noon and night): renunciation of externals;