Misfortuneis not that which can be avoided, but that which cannot.

A man who doesn't trust himself can never really trust anyoneelse.

He whotalks incessantly, talks nonsense.

He who gainsa victory over other men is strong; but he who gains a victory over himselfis all powerful.

Power tires only those who do not have it.

Younever really understand a person until you consider things from his point ofview.

Constantrepetition carries conviction.

Long-rangeplanning works best in the short term.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

One person with a belief is a social power equal to nintynine who have only interest.

To ask advice is in nine cases out of ten tout for flattery.

If youare standing upright, don't worry if your shadow is crooked.