He who undervalues himself is justly undervalued by others.

Familiarity confounds all traits of distinction; interest and prejudice take away the power of judging.

Men of the greatest genius are not always the most prodigal of their encomiums. But then it is when their range of power is confined, and they have in fact little perception, except of their own particular kind of excellence.

The corpse of friendship is not worth embalming.

A hypocrite despises those whom he deceives, but has no respect for himself. He would make a dupe of himself too, if he could.

The way to procure insults is to submit to them. A man meets with no more respect than he exacts.

Gallantry to women - the sure road to their favor - is nothing but the appearance of extreme devotion to all their wants and wishes, a delight in their satisfaction, and a confidence in yourself as being able to contribute toward it