Dr.Thomas Browne has argued that death is one of the necessary conditions of human happiness; and he supports his argument with great force and eloquence.

But when death comes into a household, we do not philosophise--we only feel.

The eyes that are full of tears do not see; though in course of time they come to see more clearly and brightly than those that have never known sorrow.
The wise person gradually learns not to expect too much from life.
While he strives for success by worthy methods, he will be prepared for failures, he will keep his mind open to enjoyment, but submit patiently to suffering.

Wailings and complainings of life are never of any use; only cheerful and continuous working in right paths are of real avail.
Nor will the wise man expect too much from those about him.

If he would live at peace with others, he will bear and forbear.