Ourlives are not dependent on whether or not we have conflict. It is what we dowith conflict that makes the difference.

To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

We make our friends, we make our enemies, but God makes our next-door neighbours.

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

Power is a little like alcohol: the faster it is consumed, the more quickly it affects the brain.

The major cause of traffic accidents is that men put into their cars as much ego as petrol.

Hold a true friend with both your hands.

Allmarried couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art ofmaking love. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Goodbattle is healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle ofequal partnership.

Neversay more than is necessary.

Tofight fear, act. To increase fear wait, put off, postpone.

It is atrick among the dishonest to offer sacrifices that are not needed,or not possible, to avoid making those that are required.

No one is free who does not Lord over himself.