Those who threaten (or act menacing) rarely present a real danger.

Those who are unsupervised may run amok or underperform.

It is preferable to protect your life, than to die (or be harmed) for a cause.

Dumb and gullible people make poor financial choices.

When faced with failure or humiliation, the sweeter victory belongs to those who prevail in the end.

It's difficult to change long-standing behaviors.

What pleases or benefits some, may displease or harm others.

One's intentions to be righteous (or healthy) are often overpowered by carnal (or unhealthy) temptations.

Those who are older should be wiser; otherwise, they look particularly foolish.

New and different experiences make life more enjoyable.