Do not admire mere beauty, for time will soon destroy it, but rather admire beautiful acts. A beautiful deed is within the reach of all.
Some say that to live is to dream; others say that to love is to dream, but it should be said that to love is to live.
To gain a heart when your sentiments have not been abused, be affable, courteous and reasonable. When your feelings have been cruelly and purposely wounded, forgive if you can, but keep your dignity and remember pertinently.
Because a man is of a splendid and generous disposition, those persons benefitted by him must not believe themselves less bound to feel, and prove, and show their gratitude.
Mind not evil gossips and do not honor them with the name of «Society.»
Whatever sufferings you have caused, they are the same that you yourself shall suffer.