One who was abhorred by all in prosperity is adored by all in adversity.

If to talk to oneself when alone is folly, it must be doubly unwise to listen to oneself in the presence of others.

Trust your heart, especially when it is a strong one.

Know how to ask. There is nothing more difficult for some people, nor for others, easier.

Two kinds of people are good at foreseeing danger: those who have learned at their own expense, and the clever people who learn a great deal at the expense of others.

The sage never seems to know his own merits, for only by not noticing them can you call others' attention to them.

Superiority is always detested.