It is a sign of contraction of the mind when it is content, or of weariness. A spirited mind never stops within itself; it is always aspiring and going beyond its strength.

No-one is exempt from speaking nonsense – the only misfortune is to do it solemnly.

We should spread joy, but, as far as we can, repress sorrow.

And obstinacy is the sister of constancy, at least in vigour and stability.

If you press me to say why I loved him, I can say no more than it was because he was he, and I was I.

A man should think less of what he eats and more with whom he eats because no food is so satisfying as good company.

Gentleness and repose are paramount to everything else in woman.