Aesop
There is always someone worse off than yourself.
Appearances are deceptive.
It is easy to be brave from a safe distance.
Obscurity often brings safety.
Beware lest you lose the substance by grasping at the shadow.
A liar will not be believed, even when he speaks the truth.
You may share the labours of the great, but you may not share the spoil.
Much outcry, little outcome.
Better beans and bacon in peace than cakes and ale in fear.
Never trust the advice of men in difficulties.
Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
Please all, and you will please none.
Self-conceit may lead to self destruction.
Men often applaud an imitation, and hiss the real thing.
It is easy to despise what you cannot get.
It is easier to get into the enemy's toils than out again.
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