Adversity introduces a man to himself.

We areall inclined to judge ourselves by our ideals; others, by their acts.

Buying ischeaper than asking.

Commonsense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.

There is something monstrous in commands couched in invented and unfamiliar language, an alien master is the worst of all. The language of the law must not be foreign to the ears of those who are to obey it.

Everyoneis wise until he speaks.

I liketo listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

It isgreed to do all the talking but not to want to listen at all.

Humoris the affectionate communication of insight.

A woman can say more in a sigh than a man can say in a sermon.

People whoare too concerned with how well they are doing will be less successful andfeel less competent than those who focus on the task itself... Somepsychologists call it a conflict between egoorientation, or between extrinsicand intrinsic motivation...

All faults may be forgiven of him who has perfect candour