There is no quality so contrary to any nature which one cannot affect, and put on upon occasion, in order to serve an interest.

When we desire or solicit anything, our minds run wholly on the good side or circumstances of it; when it is obtained, our minds run wholly on the bad ones.

Most sorts of diversion in men, children and other animals, are in imitation of fighting.

Complaint is the largest tribute heaven receives and the sincerest part of our devotion.

I row after health like a waterman.

Everybody wants to live forever, but nobody wants to grow old.

An idle reason lessens the weight of the good ones you gave before.