“self-preservation is the primary and only foundation of virtue.”
“Constancy is the foundation of virtues”
“Truthfulness is the foundation of all the virtues of mankind”
“Self-preservation isn't worth it if you can't live with the self you're preserving”
“Luckily, I's learned at an early age that self-preservation was the only way to survive with your soul intact.”
“Self-preservation—this is your new focus. The only obligation of today is to preserve the breath of tomorrow. Then, once footing is regained, you can begin to fulfill debt obligations. Debt is hindsight.”