I much prefer a compliment, even if insincere, to sincere criticism.
I had much rather be adorned by beauty of character than by jewels. Jewels are the gift of fortune, character comes from within.
It is only when we have lost them that we fully appreciate our blessings.
Whatever disgrace we may have deserved, it is almost always in our power to re-establish our character.
Know this, that troubles come swifter than the things we desire.
The stronger always succeeds.