Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.

Know, first, who you are, and then adorn yourself accordingly.

A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same.

A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same.

The object of the superior man is truth.

The object of the superior man is truth.

Temperance is a bridle of gold.

Temperance is a bridle of gold.

Consult your friend on all things, especially on those which respect yourself. His counsel may then be useful where your read more

Consult your friend on all things, especially on those which respect yourself. His counsel may then be useful where your own self-love might impair your judgment.

Responsibility walks hand in hand with capacity and power.

Responsibility walks hand in hand with capacity and power.

Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us--and read more

Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us--and those around us -- more effectively. Look for the learning.

Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write read more

Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write much as you would speak; speak as you think. If with your inferior, speak no coarser than usual; if with your superiors, no finer. Be what you say; and, within the rules of prudence, say what you are.

At night, when the curtains are drawn and the fire flickers, my books attain a collective dignity.

At night, when the curtains are drawn and the fire flickers, my books attain a collective dignity.