I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speakthe truth, and they never believe me.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

A hero is no braver than anyone else; he is only brave minutes longer

Discord gives a relish to concord.

People who can't admit they are part of the problem, willnever be part of its solution.

The lust for power in dominating others inflames the heartmore than any other passion.

A goodpreparation takes longer than the delivery.

Difficultiesare meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong byconflict.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

Sometimesone pays most for the things one gets for nothing.

One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not tomake a mess of life.