Happiness is where we find it, but rarely where we seek it.

Our interests are grains of opium to our consciences, but they only put it to sleep for a terrible awakening.

Of all trifles, titles are the lightest.

To endeavor to move by the same discourse hearers who differ in age, sex, position and education is to attempt to open all locks with the same key.

Do not crowd the understanding; it can comprehend so much and no more. A pint pot will not contain the measure of a quart.

Public opinion is a courtesan, whom we seek to please without respecting.

Adversity, which makes us indulgent to others, renders them severe towards us.