It is oftener by the estimation of our own feelings that we exaggerate the good qualities of others than by their merit, and when we praise them we wish to attract their praise.

It is harder to hide the feelings we have than to feign the ones we do not have.

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.

As it is the characteristic of great wits to say much in few words, so small wits seem to have the gift of speaking much and saying nothing.

Το know how to profit by good advice, requires nearly as much ability as to know how to act for one'self.

We come altogether fresh and raw into the several stages of life, and often find ourselves without experience, despite our years.

Man only blames himself in order that he may be praised.