The most sure method of subjecting yourself to be deceived is to consider yourself more cunning than others.
Francois de La RochefoucauldListening well and answering well is one of the greatest perfections that can be obtained in conversation.
Francois de La RochefoucauldWomen's virtue is frequently nothing but a regard to their own quiet and a tenderness for their reputation.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld