Could you imagine how horrible things would be if we always told others how we felt? Life would be intolerably bearable.
Reveal not every secret you have to a friend, for how can you tell but that friend may hereafter become an enemy. And bring not all mischief you are able to upon an enemy, for he may one day become your friend.
Most of the basic truths of life sound absurd at first hearing.
It is not much for its beauty that makes a claim upon men's hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanates from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.
...happiness gives us the energy which is the basis of health.
When you make a world tolerable for yourself, you make a world tolerable for others.
Arguments are to be avoided; they are always vulgar and often convincing.