Self-esteem Is Not Based On Itself.

To Understand Someone, Find Out How He Spends His Money.

To Be A Social Success, Do Not Act Pathetic, Arrogant, Or Bored. Do Not Discuss Your Unhappy Childhood, Your Visit To The Dentist,the Shortcomings Of Your Cleaning Woman, The State Of Your Bowels, Or Your Spouse's Bad Habits. You Will Be Thought A Paragon (or Perhaps A Monster) Of Good Behavior.

Tales Of Adultery Are Much Improved By Period Costumes.

Small Successes Are Still Successes; Great Failures Are Still Failures.

Death Is Always There, Just Beneath The Surface.