One gets into situations in life from which it is necessary to be a little mad to extricate oneself successfully.
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Those who occupy their minds with small matters, generally become incapable of greatness.
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Every one speaks well of his own heart, but no one dares speak well of his own mind.
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Moderation is the feebleness and sloth of the soul, whereas ambition is the warmth and activity of it.
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We often forgive those who bore us, but we cannot forgive those whom we bore.
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