Those who can command themselves command others.
A situation in a public office is secure, but laborious and mechanical, and without the great springs of life, hope and fear.
He who undervalues himself is justly undervalued by others.
Prejudice is never easy unless it can pass itself off for reason.
To be capable of steady friendship or lasting love, are the two greatest proofs, not only of goodness of heart, but of strength of mind.
To impress the idea of power on others, they must be made in some way to feel it.