Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.

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

Thedeepest principle of human nature is the craving to be appreciated.

Tolerance that accepts merits as the most natural thing in World is the highest applause.

As longas you keep a person down, some part of you has to be down there to hold himdown, so it means you cannot soar as you otherwise might.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

By being pleasant always and smiling, it takes you nearer to God; Nearer than any prayer.

A peace which depends upon fear is nothing but a suppressed war.

Our fear of disasters that may never happen robs us of the courage to meet the ills that do occur

I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure yourealize that what you heard isn't what I meant.

If you truly want honesty, don't ask questions you don't really want the answer to.

The measure of a man is what he does with power.