Constancy in love is of two sorts: One is the effect of new excellencies that are always presenting themselves afresh, and attractour affections continually; the other is only from a point of honor, and a taking of pride not to change.

Jealousy is not love, but self-love.

Moderation is like sobriety: you would like to have some more, but are afraid of making yourself ill.

The fame of great men ought to be judged always by their big, fancy names.

The intellect of the generality of women serves more to fortify their folly than their reason.

Opportunity makes us known to others, but more to ourselves.

The intention of never deceiving often exposes us to deception.