Few people have the wisdom to prefer the criticism that would do them good, to the praise that deceives them.
We may give advice, but not the sense to use it.
Old people are fond of giving good advice; it consoles them for no longer being capable of setting a bad example.
Silence is the safest policy if you are unsure of yourself.
Humility is often a false front we employ to gain power over others.
Hope, deceiving as it is, serves at least to lead us to the end of our lives by an agreeable route.