Francois de La Rochefoucauld

If we resist our passions, it is more due to their weakness than our strength,

We all have enough strength to endure the misfortunes of others.

Virtue would not go to such lengths if vanity did not keep her company.

We are so accustomed to disguise ourselves to others, that in the end we become disguised to ourselves.

Love often leads to ambition, but seldom does one return from ambition to love.

When we are unable to find tranquility within ourselves, it is useless to seek it elsewhere.