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

Whilewe consider when to begin, it becomes too late.

A lie has no leg, but a scandel has wings

The purpose of getting power is to be able to give itaway.

Patience is the art of hoping.

What matter is not to add years to your life but to add life to your years.

When you choose the lesses of two evils always remember there is still an evil.

Surprise is the greatest gift which life can grant us.

A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait untilthe deadline looms large.

Thereis no such thing as absolute value in this world. You can only estimate whata thing is worth to 'you.'

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

Self-trust is the first secret of success.