Among other possibilities, money was invented to make it possible for a foolish man to control wise men; a weak man, strong men; a child, old men; an ignorant man, knowledgeable men; and for a dwarf to control giants.

With regard to things such as independence, mental capabilities, and sexuality, a very old man is nothing but a gigantic infant with white hair and wrinkles.

Being short was determined by one’s genes. Feeling short is determined by the length of one’s jeans.

Being short was determined by one’s genes. Feeling short is determined by one’s environment.