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There is no society or conversation to be kept up in the world without good nature or something which must bear its appearance and supply its place. ...more

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Man is subject to innumerable pains and sorrows by the very condition of humanity, and yet, as if nature had not sown evils enough in life, we are con...more

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Mutability of temper and inconsistency with ourselves is the greatest weakness of human nature.

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If you wish to succeed in life, make perseverance your bosom friend, experience your wise counselor, caution your elder brother, and hope your guardia...more

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Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for.