The slave has but one master; the ambitious man has as many as can help in making his fortune. Jean de la Bruyere
All men’s misfortunes spring from their hatred of being alone. Jean de la Bruyere
Avoid lawsuits beyond all things; they pervert your conscience, impair your health, and dissipate your property. Jean de la Bruyere
It’s motive alone which gives character to the actions of men. Jean de la Bruyere
The great gift of conversation lies less in displaying it ourselves than in drawing it out of others. He who leaves your company pleased with himself and his own cleverness is perfectly well pleased with you. Jean de la Bruyere
There is not in the world so toilsome a trade as the pursuit of fame; life concludes before you have so much as sketched your work. Jean de la Bruyere
Out of difficulties grow miracles. Jean de la Bruyere
Let us not overstrain our talents, for if we do we shall do nothing with grace; a clown, whatever he may do, will never pass for a gentleman. Jean de la Bruyere