Emotions are raised in us, not only by the qualities and actions of others, but also by their feelings. I cannot behold a man in distress, without partaking of his pain; nor in joy, without partaking of his pleasure.
Henry Home, Lord KamesGreat wants proceed from great wealth; but they are undutiful children, for they sink wealth down to poverty.
Henry Home, Lord KamesWe part more easily with what we possess, than with our expectations of what we wish for; because expectation always goes beyond enjoyment.
Henry Home, Lord Kames