It is easy to be wise on behalf of others than to be so for ourselves.

Considering how little the beginning or the ceasing to love is in our own power, it is foolish and unreasonable for the lover or his mistress to complain of one another's inconstancy.

Strength and weakness of mind are misnomers; they are really nothing but the good or bad health of our bodily organs.

Solemnity is a device of the body to hide the faults of the mind.

There are few people who would not be ashamed of being loved when they love no longer.

Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas ambition is the warmth and activity of it.

It is with true love as it is with ghosts; everyone talks about it, but few have seen it.