To rule is not so much a question of the heavy hand as the firm seat.

The mostintense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security and calmthat is not easily disturbed. It is just these intense conflicts and theirconflagration which are needed to produce valuable and lasting results.

To like and dislike the same thing, that is, indeed, friendship.

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Thereare two dilemmas that rattle the human skull: How do you hang on to someone whowon't stay? And how do you get rid of someone who won't go?

To copy is to put an end to creativeness. Unless there is originality, you can do nothing.

He is poor indeed that can promise nothing.

As long as there is life there is danger.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

Contradictionshould awaken Attention, not Passion.

Nothing astonishes men so much as common sense and plain dealing.

One should never rub bottoms with a porcupine.