The directuse of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employedonly by small children and large nations.

He that is unkind to his own will not be kind to others.

If Ihad six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first hour sharpening the ax.

What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity.

Nature hasgiven men one tongue and two ears, that we may hear twice as much as wespeak.

Thereare no secrets. There is no mystery. There is only common sense.

A good listener is not only popular everywhere, but after while he gets to know something.

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

Books without the knowledge of life are useless.

A status symbol is an instrument you clash when you want someone to know you are there.

Thereis no squabbling so violent as that between peoplewho accepted an idea yesterday and those who will accept the same ideatomorrow.

COURAGE IS THE FLEEING FORWARD.