Thedifficult part in an argument is not to defend one's opinion, but rather toknow it.

Neverforget the power of silence, that massively disconcerting pause which goes onand on and may at last induce an opponent to babble and backtrack nervously.

Wheneveryou're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make thedifference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factoris attitude.

The Pursuit of perfection is the persuit of sweetness and light.

To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

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,

Civilization, in a sly way, is a suspicion that the other fellow may be right.

Nature arms each man with some faculty which enables himto do easily some feat impossible to any other.

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

Be still when you have nothing to say; when genuine passion moves you, say whatyou've got to say, and say it hot.

Most people suspended their judgement till somebody else has expressed his own and then they respect it.

Status symbols are medals you buy yourself