Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Optimists and pessimists have one fault in common: they are afraid of the truth.

To be preparedis half the victory.

Thepessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunityin every difficulty.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

Themost important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how toget along with people.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

Don'tclose the barn door after the horse runs away.

To be wronged is nothing, unless you continue to remember it.

Action may not always bring Happiness, but there is no happiness without Action.

Contradictionshould awaken Attention, not Passion.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.