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

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

All creeds and opinions are nothing but the result of chance and temperament.

Much learning does not teach understanding.

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

Thesingle most powerful tool for winning a negotiation is the ability to get upand walk away from the table without a deal.

All marriedcouples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art of makinglove. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Good battleis healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle of equalpartnership.

A life makingmistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doingnothing at all.

Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of cancer cell.

Thesearch for someone to blame is always successful.

If anenemy is annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.

Intelligence is not to make no mistakes, but quickly to see how to make them good.