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

If absolute power corrupts absolutely, does absolutepowerlessness make you pure?

Can we do good to the world? In an absolute sense, no; in a relative sense, yes.

You've gotto know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em know, when to walk away, knowwhen to run.

Usenon-verbal communication to SOFTEN the hard-line position of others: S =Smile, O = Open, Posture, F = Forward Lean, T = Touch, E = Eye Contact, N =Nod.

You andyour spouse should consider the arguments you have, not as calamities in thehistory of your child’sdevelopment, but as opportunities for learning. Take the opportunity to teachyour children the art ofand value in negotiation, and to demonstrate you

An individual without information can't takeresponsibility. An individual with information can't help but takeresponsibility.

Manmust evolve for all human conflict a method which rejects revenge,aggression, and retaliation.

Themost important thing in communication is to hear what isn't being said.

He whotalks incessantly, talks nonsense.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

He approaches nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent, even though he is in the right.