When people prophesy, they generally makes the mistake of transforming the past to future.

Politeness is the art of selecting among one's real thoughts.

I have never been able to conceive how any rational beingcould propose happiness to himself from the exercise of power over others.

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

You've gotto know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em know, when to walk away, knowwhen to run.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

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

Whenevertwo good people argue over principles, they are both right.

A bad workman never gets a good tool.

The grand essentials of happiness are: something to do something to love, and something to hope for.

What matter is not to add years to your life but to add life to your years.

If you don't know where you're going, you'll end upsomewhere else.