There is a kind of elevation which does not depend on fortune; it is a certain air which distinguishes us, and seems to destine us for great things; it is a price which we imperceptibly set upon ourselves.

Were we not proud ourselves, we should not complain of the pride of others.

Narrowness of mind is often the cause of obstinacy; we do not easily believe beyond what we see.

There are few people more convinced of their own genius than those who complain of how stupid they are.

We are sometimes as different from ourselves as we are from others.

We are never so generous as when giving advice.

We pardon to the extent that we love.