Peaceis not the absence of conflict but the presence of creative alternatives forresponding to conflict alternatives to passive or aggressive responses,alternatives to violence.

Out of the fullness of the heart the mouth speaks.

Thedeeper the waters are, the more still they run.

Silence is argument carried out by other means.

All mankind is divided into three classes: those who are immovable; those who are movable; and those who move.

Allmarried couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art ofmaking love. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Goodbattle is healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle ofequal partnership.

Given afair wind, we will negotiate our way into the Common Market, head held high,not crawling in. Negotiations? Yes. Unconditional acceptance of whateverterms are offered us? No.

The problem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.

Unless aman has trained himself for his chance, the chance will only make him lookridiculous.

Onceyou consent to some concession, you can never cancel it and put things backthe way they are.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

He who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; he who does not ask a questionremains a fool forever.