Some are satisfied to stand politely before the portals of Fortune and to await her bidding; better those who push forward, who employ their enterprise, who on the wings of their worth and valor seek to embrace luck, and to effectively gain her favor.
Courtesy is the politic witchery of great personages.
You should avoid making yourself too clear even in your explanations.
The envious die not once, but as oft as the envied win applause.
Hear, see, and be silent.
Surfeits of happiness are fatal.