Wisdom Quotes

The best minds across centuries have wrestled with what it means to be wise. These quotes capture their hard-won insights.

64329 quotes

G
"I value those who understand the cost of their choices."
Gus Fring
G
"The mark of maturity is knowing when not to act."
Gus Fring
G
"The truly wise man knows when he is beaten."
Gus Fring
J
"That's what happens when you make bad choices."
Jesse Pinkman
J
"I finally understand what matters."
Jesse Pinkman
J
"I've learned what really matters."
Jesse Pinkman
S
"This is insanity."
Skyler White
S
"You're not thinking clearly."
Skyler White
B
"You can't buy your way into legitimacy."
Breaking Bad Walter White
B
"Fear is temporary. Regret is forever."
Breaking Bad Walter White
B
"Life is about more than money."
Breaking Bad Walter White
S
"Never trust anyone who doesn't want to make a deal."
Saul Goodman
S
"The worst mistake is believing you don't need a lawyer."
Saul Goodman
N
"You think you're smarter than everybody else, but you're not."
Nacho Varga
N
"You gotta be smart about your moves."
Nacho Varga
H
"A handshake used to mean something. Now it means nothing."
Howard Hamlin
H
"The best deals are the ones where everyone walks away satisfied."
Howard Hamlin
H
"Every action has consequences. Choose wisely."
Howard Hamlin
M
"I've been at this a long time. I know the score."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"There are rules. And if you follow them, you stay alive."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I keep things simple. That's how I've stayed alive."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I've learned that sentiment is a liability."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"A man knows his limitations. That's what separates him from a fool."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I respect men who know when to shut up."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I've learned that money can't buy peace of mind."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I've been around long enough to know better."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I've learned that silence is often the best response."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"You can't outthink someone who's seen it all."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I respect men of few words."
Mike Ehrmantraut
M
"I respect men who know their place."
Mike Ehrmantraut