Usenon-verbal communication to SOFTEN the hard-line position of others: S =Smile, O = Open, Posture, F = Forward Lean, T = Touch, E = Eye Contact, N =Nod.

Many a gem of wisdom have gone unsaid, because someone lacked ability to express it.

Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom.

Makesure you leave some fat for the other side.

The possession of power over others in inherently destructiveboth to the possessor of the power and to those over whom it is exercised.

Our patience will achieve more than our force.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

Ignorance is a form of environmental pollution.

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

It is easier to be brave from a safe distance.

Don'thate, it's too big a burden to bear.

God has created the world in play.