Far better to think

Far better to think
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
  

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The problem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.
Anyonewho conducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence,just his memory.
Peoplewho are only good with hammers see every problem as a nail.
We cannot always control our thoughts, but we can control our words, and repetitionimpresses the subconscious, and we are then master of the situation.
A good listener is not someone with nothing to say. A good listener is a good talkerwith a sore throat.
Don'tclose the barn door after the horse runs away.
Only hethat has traveled the road knows where the holesare deep.
We willbe known by the tracks we leave behind.
A lie has no leg, but a scandel has wings
In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.
Aquarrel is like buttermilk: once it's out of the churn, the more you shakeit, the more sour it grows.
To rule is not so much a question of the heavy hand as the firm seat.