Anne Sexton Quotes

It is a wise man who knows where courage ends and stupidity begins.

Skepticism, like chastity, should not be relinquished too readily.

The rest is a mere matter of detail, to be settled with judgment, discretion, and caution.

Is that wise, darling? Remember you have to reign all afternoon

There are many more shining qualities in the mind of man, but there is none so useful as discretion.

In matters of conscience, first thoughts are best. In matters of prudence, last thoughts are best.

It's good to trust others but, not to do so is much better.

Doubt must be no more than vigilance, otherwise it can become dangerous.

When you encounter seemingly good advice that contradicts other seemingly good advice, ignore them both.

Never open the door to a lesser evil, for other and greater ones invariably slink in after it.

I've learned people are watching, so don't do nothing stupid.

It may be taken for granted that, rash as Americans usually are, when they are prudent, there is good reason for it.

It's a wise thing to hold back.

Wit is a dangerous weapon, even to the possessor, if he knows not how to use it discreetly.

Every step of life shows much caution is required.

I am really cautious about what I say and do.

Do not trust all men, but trust men of worth; the former course is silly, the latter a mark of prudence.

Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt.

Be careful how you spend your time: Spend your time in nothing which you know must be repented of.

I'm trying to keep a level head. You have to be careful out in the world. It's so easy to get turned.

Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.

Something even minor I do is going to be reported because of things that have happened in the past. You have to be aware of that.

Only a fool tests the depth of the water with both feet

We should not, however, proceed with the adventure simply because we are wound up and cannot stop.

A time of historic change is no time for recklessness.