That is what the highest ...

That is what the highest criticism really is, the record of one\'s own soul. It is more fascinating than history, as it is concerned simply with oneself. It is more delightful than philosophy, as its subject is concrete and not abstract, real and not vague. It is the only civilized form of autobiography.

That is what the highest criticism really is, the record of one's own soul. It is more fascinating than history, as it is concerned simply with oneself. It is more delightful than philosophy, as its subject is concrete and not abstract, real and not vague. It is the only civilized form of autobiography.

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The only thing to do with good advice is to pass it on. It is never of any use to oneself.

The aim of life is self-development. To realize one's nature perfectly - that is what each of us is here for.

Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.

Laughter is not at all a bad beginning for a friendship, and it is far the best ending for one.

The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention.