Do not attempt to hide things which cannot be hid. Do not attempt too much at once. Do not be in a hurry to change one evil for another. Do nothing without a regard to the consequences. Don't make much ado about nothing.
Equals make the best friends.
Every man for himself. Every man should be content to mind his own business. Every tale is not to be believed. Everyone is more or less master of his own fate. Evil companions bring more hurt than profit.