The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

Thetruth is that our finest moments are most likely to occur when we are feelingdeeply uncomfortable, unhappy, or unfulfilled. For it is only in suchmoments, propelled by our discomfort, that we are likely to step out of ourruts and start searching for di

Buyingis cheaper than asking.

Neverdoubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change theworld. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.

Creation is only the projection into form of that which already exists.

The evolution from happiness to habit is one of death's best weapons.

Words are like spears: Once they leave your lips they can never come back.

Necessitynever made a good bargain.

The great advantage of a hotel is that it's a refuge from home life.

If your mouth turns into a knife, it will cut off yourlips.

The present is never a happy state to any being

Themost important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how toget along with people.