A man in a passion rides a horse that runs away with him.

More proverbs about Human Nature

• If you play with a fool at home, he'll play with you in the market. Familiarity with foolish people emboldens them to embarrass you publicly.
• A man must plough with such oxen as he hath. Work effectively with available resources rather than wasting energy wishing for better t…
• Poor folk are glad of pottage. Those with little resources find contentment in simple sustenance rather than lamenting t…
• Poverty makes a man acquainted with strange bed-fellows. Difficult circumstances force people to associate with those they'd normally avoid or rej…
• Pride goes before, and shame follows after. Arrogance blinds you to consequences until failure humbles you publicly.
• A heavy purse makes a light heart. Wealth alleviates worries and anxiety, allowing people to experience contentment and peac…