Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas ambition is the warmth and activity of it.

The prospect of being pleased tomorrow will never console me for the boredom of today.

It is often merely for an excuse that we say things are impossible.

The fondness or indifference that the philosophers expressed for life was merely a preference inspired by their self-love, and will no more bear reasoning upon than the relish of the palate or the choice of colors.

The wind which snuffs the candle fans the fire.

The moderation of people in prosperity is the effect of a smooth and composed temper, owing to the calm of their good fortune.

The less you trust others, the less you will be deceived.