How happy are the pessimists! What joy is theirs when they have proved there is no joy.

We don't believe in rheumatism and true love until after the first attack.

Many think that when they have confessed a fault there is no need of correcting it.

Have patience with the quarrelsomeness of the stupid. It is not easy to comprehend that one does not comprehend.

Beware of the virtue which a man boasts is his.

Many think they have a kind heart who have only weak nerves.

Never expect women to be sincere, so long as they are educated to think that their first aim in life is to please.