He that is discontented in one place will seldom be happy in another.
Aesop

If you allow men to use you for your own purposes, they will use you for theirs.
Aesop

Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten.
Aesop

It is easy to be brave from a safe distance.
Aesop

It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.
Aesop

It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.
Aesop

It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow.
Aesop

It is with our passions as it is with fire and water, they are good servants, but bad masters.
Aesop

Men often applaud an imitation and hiss the real thing.
Aesop

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.
Aesop

No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
Aesop

Our insignificance is often the cause of our safety.
Aesop

Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
Aesop

People often grudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.
Aesop

Persuasion is often more effectual than force.
Aesop

Please all, and you will please none.
Aesop

Plodding wins the race.
Aesop

Put your shoulder to the wheel.
Aesop

Self-conceit may lead to self destruction.
Aesop

Slow but steady wins the race.
Aesop