...till we are uneasy in Rest, we can have no Desire to move, and without Desire of moving there can be no voluntary Motion.

Some books we read, tho' few there are that hit the happy point where wisdom joins with wit.

I believe long habits of virtue have a sensible effect on the countenance.

How can any Action be meritorious of Praise or Dispraise, Reward or Punishment, when the natural Principle of Self-Love is the only and the irresistible Motive to it?

Squeamish stomachs cannot eat without pickles.

I never turned to drink. It seemed to turn to me.

Reckless youth makes rueful age.