I always say to myself, what is the most important thing we can think about at this extraordinary moment.

We arrive at the various stages of life quite as novices.

The reason why lovers are never bored together is that they are always talking of themselves.

The art of using moderate abilities to advantage often brings greater results than actual brilliance

Jealousy is in a manner just and reasonable, as it tends to preserve a good which belongs, or which we believe belongs to us, on the other hand envy is a fury which cannot endure the happiness of others.

The constancy of the wise is only the art of keeping disquietude to one's self.

There is many a virtuous woman weary of her trade.