One should always think of what one is about; when one is learning, one should not think of play; and when one is at play, one should not think of learning.

The greatest powers cannot injure a man's character whose reputation is unblemished among his party.

You must embrace the man you hate, if you cannot be justified in knocking him down.

The vulgar only laugh, but never smile; whereas well-bred people often smile, but seldom laugh.

People hate who makes you feel one's inferiority.

Always make the best of the best, and never make bad worse.

I would rather have a young fellow too much than too little dressed; the excess on that side will wear off, with a little age and reflection; but if he is negligent at twenty, he will be a sloven at forty, and stink at fifty years old. Dress yourself fine where others are fine, and plain where others are plain; but take care always that your clothes are well made and fit you, for otherwise they will give you a very awkward air.