The mind scolds the heart, which makes excuses and goes its own way.
Against classical philosophy: thinking about eternity or the immensity of the universe does not lessen my unhappiness.
The self-righteous feel no need to be charming, and thus double their offensiveness.
Expensive advertising courts us with hints and images. The ordinary kind merely says, Buy.
Reading a great book causes jolts and frights.
With age, the mind grows slower and more wily.