Most of our pocket wisdom is conceived for the use of mediocre people, to discourage them from ambitious attempts, and generally console them in their mediocrity.
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"Persuasion is often more effectual than force."— Aesop
"Beware lest you lose the substance by grasping at the shadow."— Aesop
"Better be wise by the misfortunes of others than by your own."— Aesop
"Be content with your lot; one cannot be first in everything."— Aesop
"It is with our passions, as it is with fire and water, they are good servants but bad masters."— Aesop
"Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten."— Aesop
