We are, in truth, more than half what we are by imitation.

You must labour to acquire that great and uncommon talent of hating with good breeding, and loving with prudence; to make no quarrel irreconcilable by silly and unnecessary indications of anger; and no friendship dangerous, in care it breaks, by a wanton, indiscreet, and unreserved confidence.

A gentleman is often seen, but very seldom heard to laugh.

Fear manifested invites danger.

Never write down your speeches beforehand; if you do, you may perhaps be a good declaimer, but will never be a debater.

If you can once engage people's pride, love, pity, ambition (or whatever is their prevailing passion) on your side, you need not fear what their reason can do against you.

Hear one side and you will be in the dark. Hear both and all will be clear.