We are never so much disposed to quarrel with others as when we are dissatisfied with ourselves.

He who lives wisely to himself and his own heart looks at the busy world through the loopholes of retreat, and does not want to mingle in the fray.

Life is a continued struggle to be what we are not, and to do what we cannot.

I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.

The objects that we have known in better days are the main props that sustain the weight of our affections, and give us strength to await our future lot.

It might be argued, that to be a knave is the gift of fortune, but to play the fool to advantage it is necessary to be a learned man.

Confidence gives a fool the advantage over a wise man.