The directuse of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employedonly by small children and large nations.

Silenceis argument carried out by other means.

We do not err because the truth is difficult to see. We err because this is more comfortable

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

Changemeans movement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum of anonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasivefriction of conflict.

You canobserve a lot by just watching.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Flatteryis the infantry of negotiation.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

If you are patient in a moment of anger, you will escape a hundred days of sorrow.

My green thumb came only as a result of the mistakes I made while learning tosee things from the plant's point of view.

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