It ishard to change our point of view in a conflict. Most often, it is because weare not nearly as interested in resolving the conflict and possibly creatinga new ‘pearl’ as we are in being right.

Wecould never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world.

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

Suspicion begets suspicion.

Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Negotiatingmeans getting the best of your opponent.

Glory is a poison that can only be taken in small doses.

Alwaysforgive your enemies. Nothing annoys them so much.

The Natural flights of Human mind are not from Pleasure to pleasure, but from hope to hope.

Firstkeep the peace within yourself, then you can alsobring peace to others.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

There are three faithful friends; and old wife, an old dog and ready money.