As a comforter, philosophy cannot compete with a good dinner.
F. Scott Fitzgerald thought that prolonging his adolescence would protect his talent.
I do not remember joy or sorrow in childhood, but listening for clues.
Fortuna likes to find a crowd and follow it.
Pessimists fear becoming the dupes of Hope. Optimists enjoy Hope's company, and consider being duped no great matter.
Alcohol postpones anxiety, then multiplies it.