Wit is so shining a quality that everybody admires it; most people aim at it, all people fear it, and few love it unless in themselves.

• humor

Be wiser than other people, if you can, but do not tell them so.

• bragging
• wisdom

Never seem more learned than the people you are with. Wear your learning like a pocket-watch and keep it hidden. Do not pull it out to count the hours, but give the time when you are asked.

• humility
• manners

Lose an hour in the morning and you will be looking for it the rest of the day.

• time management