For we do not do what we want to do, but what is easiest and most natural for us to do, and if it is easy for us to do the wrong thing, it is that that we will do.
So to all who are situated as I am, I would say--Grow up as fast as you can.
For the secret of friendship is a mutual admiration, and it is the realization or suspicion that that admiration is lessening on one side or the other that swiftly breaks the charm.
The ironist is ironical not because he does not care, but because he cares too much.
The world has never favored the experimental life. It despises poets, fanatics, prophets and lovers.
