Few people have the wisdom to prefer the criticism that would do them good, to the praise that deceives them.

Pride, which inspires us with so much envy, is sometimes of use toward the moderating of it too.

When we disclaim praise, it is only showing our desire to be praised a second time.

Virtue would go far if vanity did not keep it company.

Tastes in young people are changed by natural impetuosity, and in the aged are preserved by habit.

Few are sufficiently wise to prefer censure which is useful to praise which is treacherous.

Οur own distrust somewhat justifies the deceit of others.