Wisdom requires that we pour a little oil of delicate courtesy on the wheels of friendship.

A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

If wemanage conflict constructively, we harness its energy for creativity and development.

There's no point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

The wise man learns more from his enemies than the fool does from his friends.

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

The man who opts for revenge should dig two graves.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

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

Stoppingat third base adds no more to the score than striking out.

A man without a smiling face must not open a shop.

Takeyour life into your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing, no one toblame.