When you descant on the faults of others, consider whether you be not guilty of the same. To gain knowledge of ourselves, the best way is to convert the imperfections of others into a mirror for discovering our own.
Henry Home, Lord KamesEmotions 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 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