If we are incapable of finding peace in ourselves, it is pointless to search elsewhere.

The fondness or indifference that the philosophers expressed for life was merely a preference inspired by their self-love, and will no more bear reasoning upon than the relish of the palate or the choice of colors.

The violence done us by others is often less painful than that which we do to ourselves.

What makes false reckoning, as regards gratitude, is that the pride of the giver and the receiver cannot agree as to the value of the benefit.

Nothing is given so profusely as advice.

It is easy to be wise on behalf of others than to be so for ourselves.

Silence is the best tactic for he who distrusts himself.