Sobriety is concern for one's health - or limited capacity.

Some counterfeits reproduce so very well the truth that it would be a flaw of judgment not to be deceived by them.

A clever man reaps some benefit from the worst catastrophe, and a fool can turn even good luck to his disadvantage.

We often boast that we are never bored; but yet we are so conceited that we do not perceive how often we bore others.

Nature has concealed at the bottom of our minds talents and abilities of which we are not aware.

Small minds are much distressed by little things. Great minds see them all but are not upset by them.

When we are unable to find tranquility within ourselves, it is useless to seek it elsewhere.