We only confess our little faults to persuade people that we have no big ones.

More men are guilty of treason through weakness than any studied design to betray.

He who refuses praise the first time that it is offered does so because he would hear it a second time.

Hatred is stronger than friendship.

The head does not know how to play the part of the heart for long.

It is as common for tastes to change as it is uncommon for traits of character.

Never give anyone the advice to buy or sell shares, because the most benevolent price of advice can turn out badly.