There is no wilderness like a life without friends; friendship multiplies blessings and minimizes misfortunes; it is a unique remedy against adversity, and it soothes the soul.
Never contend with a man who has nothing to lose.
The greatest service you can render someone else is helping him help himself.
When desire dies, fear is born.
Maturity of mind is best shown in slow belief.
Do not commit yourself to anybody or anything, for that is to be a slave, a slave to every man Above all, keep yourself free of commitments and obligations - they are the device of another to get you into his power