Drown not thyself to save a drowning man

A fly beforehis own eye is bigger than an elephant in the next field.

We arejudged by what we finish, not what we start.

He who gainsa victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himselfis all powerful.

Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.

Self-trust is the first secret of success.

If Ishould ever be captured, I want no negotiation—andif I should request a negotiation from captivity they should consider that asign of duress.

Onemight as well try to ride two horses moving in different directions, as totry to maintain in equal force two opposing or contradictory sets of desires.

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

To be simple is the best thing in the world; to be modest is the next best thing. I am not so sure about being quiet.

Whenanger comes, wisdom goes.

Inspiration is apt to come only while one is working, waited for, it usually keeps waiting.