You should aim to be independent of any one vote, of any one fashion, of any one century.

None is so perfect that he does not need at times the advice of others.

Honorable beginnings should serve to awaken curiosity, not to heighten people's expectations. We are much better off when reality surpasses our expectations, and something turns out better than we thought it would.

The passions are the humors of the mind, and the least excess sickens our judgment. If the disease spreads to the mouth, your reputation will be in danger.

Hurry is the weakness of fools.

Put yourself on view. This brings your talents to light.

Politeness is the chief sign of culture.