Men never desire anything very eagerly which they desire only by the dictates of reason.

We are never so generous as when giving advice.

Though confidence is very fine, and makes the future sunny; I want no confidence for mine, I'd rather have the money

Not all those who know their minds know their hearts as well.

The desire which urges us to deserve praise strengthens our good qualities, and praise given to wit, valour, and beauty, tends to increase them.

We are almost always wearied in the company of persons with whom we are not permitted to be weary.

To be a great man it is necessary to know how to profit by the whole of our good fortune.