We are no more free agents than the queen of clubs when she victoriously takes prisoner the knave of hearts.
While conscience is our friend, all is at peace; however once it is offended, farewell to a tranquil mind.
One can never outlive one's vanity.
A face is too slight a foundation for happiness.
You can be pleased with nothing if you are not pleased with yourself.
People commonly educate their children as they build their houses, according to some plan they think beautiful, without considering whether it is suited to the purposes for which they are designed.