As a youth, I sought out decadence; as an elder, I try to avoid decay.

My self-absorption warms me; yours boils me.

Arrogance frowns; pride smiles.

I tried good taste, but the strain was too much for me.

Saying "I feel guilty" is a mere form of words. Saying "I feel ashamed" is not.

Never ask a bore a question.

I feel affluent or not according to what part of town I am in.