Thedifficult part in an argument is not to defend one's opinion, but rather toknow it.

Symanpathy is a supporting atmosphere, and in it we unfold easily and well

There'sno need to fear the wind if your haystacks are tied down.

Thesearch for someone to blame is always successful.

Listening,not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery.

In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

Civilization, in a sly way, is a suspicion that the other fellow may be right.

Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

Surprise is the greatest gift which life can grant us.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Youcannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time.

Thereis nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries thanan agreement.