We always long for the forbidden things, and desire what is denied us.

Oh how unhappy is the prince served by such men who are so easily corrupted.

It is quite a common and vulgar thing among humans to understand, foresee, know and predict the troubles of others. But oh what a rare thing it is to predict, know, foresee and understand one's own troubles.

Half the world does not know how the other half lives.

You have no obligation under the sun other than to discover your real needs, to fulfill them, and to rejoice in doing so.

Friends, you will notice that in this world there are many more ballocks than men. Remember this.

There are more old drunkards than old physicians.