It is much easier to be a hero than a gentleman.

Beholdthe turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

Of all human foibles love of living is the most powerful.

Kindness is never wasted. If it has no effect on the recepient, at least it benefits the bestower.

Non-cooperationis a measure of discipline and sacrifice, and it demands respect for theopposite views.

Thenumber one goal in resolving a conflict is to make sure both sides maintaintheir self-esteem.

Knowingthat everything's futile but still fighting, still raging against the dying ofthe light that's what motivates me all the time ... If you hold that sense offutility in your head for too long, it can begin to eat into you. You canstill be aware of it

A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

I have oftenregretted my speech, never my silence.

Misfortuneis not that which can be avoided, but that which cannot.

Lookingfor fish? Don't climb a tree.

I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.