The truth is, I hoped the cure would dislike me. I tried to think of disagreeable things to say to him -- I could hit on nothing that wasn't charming. It's wonderful how hard I find it not to be fascinating.
Andre GideKnow thyself. A maxim as pernicious as it is ugly. Whoever studies himself arrest his own development. A caterpillar who seeks to know himself would never become a butterfly.
Andre GideA desire for truth is by no means a need for certitude and it would be unwise to confuse one with the other.
Andre GideI can't expect others to share my virtues. It's good enough for me if they share my vices.
Andre Gide