some good, practical advice.

Never walk away from home ahead of your axe and sword. You can't feel a battle in your bones or foresee a fight.
-The Hávamál (an old Norwegian text)

Wake early if you want another man's life or land. No lamb for the lazy wolf. No battle's won in bed.
-The Hávamál (an old Norwegian text)

Fire is best for the sons of men and the sight of the sun; his health, if he can keep it, and to live without shame.
-The Hávamál (an old Norwegian text)