But please do not think me overbearing and conceited.

The respect of my fellow-men I hold far more lightly than self-respect.

If I despised myself it would be no compensation if every one saluted me, and if I respect myself, it does not trouble me if others hold me lightly.

When I am not forcibly compelled I cannot let my own actions be guided by the caprices and fads of other people.

So long as it is possible my actions shall be guided by my own judgment.
You say you want nothing more of the world--I require nothing more either.