More quotes by Michel de Montaigne

"There is indeed a certain sense of gratification when we do a good deed that gives us inward satisfaction, and a generous pride that accompanies a good conscience…These testimonies of a good conscience are pleasant; and such a natural pleasure is very beneficial to us; it is the only payment that can never fail. “On Repentance"
"The most certain sign of wisdom is cheerfulness."
"I listen with attention to the judgment of all men;but so far as I can remember,I have followed none but my own."
"The least strained and most natural ways of the soul are the most beautiful; the best occupations are the least forced."
"There were many terrible things in my life and most of them never happened."