Even knowledge has to be in the fashion, and where it is not, it is wise to affect ignorance.

Hope is a great falsifier of truth.

Fortunate people often have very favorable beginnings and very tragic endings. What matters isn't being applauded when you arrive - for that is common - but being missed when you leave.

If there is nothing left to desire, there is everything to fear, an unhappy state of happiness.

Wisdom and courage make mutual contributions to greatness.

Always leave something to wish for; otherwise you will be miserable from your very happiness.

Respect yourself if you would have others respect you.