He that overvalues himself will undervalue others, and he that undervalues others will oppress them.

He is not only dull in himself, but the cause of dullness in others.

One believes others will do what he will do to himself.

We are long before we are convinced that happiness is never to be found, and each believes it possessed by others, to keep alive the hope of obtaining it for himself.

If a man does not make new acquaintances as he advances through life, he will soon find himself left alone. A man, sir, should keep his friendship in a constant repair.

He that will enjoy the brightness of sunshine, must quit the coolness of the shade.