Man is least himself when he talks in his own person. Give him a mask, and he will tell the truth.

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

- Oscar Wilde

Compassion

"I am so clever that sometimes I don’t understand a single word of what I am saying."

- Oscar Wilde

Creativity

"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."

- Oscar Wilde

Self-confidence

"You are beautiful when you are happy."

- Oscar Wilde

Self-esteem

"Always borrow money from a pessimist. He won’t expect it back."

- Oscar Wilde

Wisdom

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"Hurt me with the truth. But never comfort me with a lie."

- Erza Scarlet

Honesty

"If you keep on hiding your true feelings, who is going to be happy? If you are sad, you should say it out loud!"

- Haruhi Fujioka

Honesty

"A romantic relationship requires honesty between a couple."

- Tzipi Livni

Honesty

"Always admit when you’re wrong. You’ll save thousands in therapy… and a few friendships too."

- Harvey Fierstein

Honesty

"A sister is a friend you don’t have to avoid the truth with."

- Michelle Malm

Honesty