The history of philosophy is to a great extent that of a certain clash of human temperaments. – William James
We want all our friends to tell us our bad qualities; it is only the particular ass that does so whom we cant tolerate. – William James
The sway of alcohol over mankind is unquestionably due to its power to stimulate the mystical faculties of human nature, usually crushed to earth by the cold facts and dry criticisms of the sober hour. – William James
The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated. – William James