He that always gives way to others will end in having no principles of his own.

Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

The more you want, the more you stand to lose

Straw shows which way the wind is blowing.

I will have nought to do with a man who can blow hot and cold with the same breath.

Distrust unsolicited advice.

Vices are their own punishment