Pride, which inspires us with so much envy, is sometimes of use toward the moderating of it too.
Francois de La RochefoucauldWe may say of agreeableness, as distinct from beauty, that it consists in a symmetry of which we know not the rules, and a secret conformity of the features to each other, as also to the air and complexion of the person.
Francois de La RochefoucauldWe often pride ourselves on even the most criminal passions, but envy is a timid and shamefaced passion we never dare to acknowledge.
Francois de La RochefoucauldSmall minds are much distressed by little things. Great minds see them all but are not upset by them.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld