It may be laid down as a position which seldom deceives, that when a man cannot bear his own company, there is something wrong.
Samuel JohnsonMen, however distinguished by external accidents or intrinsick qualities, have all the same wants, the same pains, and, as far as the senses are consulted, the same pleasures.
Samuel JohnsonThe life of a conscientious clergyman is not easy. I have always considered a clergyman as the father of a larger family than he is able to maintain. I would rather have chancery suits upon my hands than the cure of souls.
Samuel Johnson