Had all the attributes of a perfect man, and, in my opinion, no finer personality ever existed.

You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one.

But the conceited man did not hear him. Conceited people never hear anything but praise.

In the best, the friendliest and simplest relations flattery or praise is necessary, just as grease is necessary to keep wheels turning.

Outbreaks of unvarnished truths in the backyard of our true self can be very precious and inspiring, even though we might inconsistently be tempted to...