Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.

We willbe known by the tracks we leave behind.

The aimof argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress.

This dualityhas been reflected in classical as well as modern literature as reason versuspassion, or mind versus intuition. The split between the ‘conscious’ mind andthe ‘unconscious.’ There are moments in each of our lives when ourverbal-intellect sugges

If all those who speak would weigh their words, how light air would be!

True, Heavenprohibits certain pleasures; but one can generally negotiate a compromise.

.Oneshould count each day a separate life.

Duringa negotiation, it would be wise not to take anything personally. If you leavepersonalities out of it, you will be able to see opportunities moreobjectively.

Do not wrong or hate your neighbor for it is not hethat you wrong but yourself.

Thegalleries are full of critics. They play no ball, they fight no fights. Theymake no mistakes because they attempt nothing. Down in the arena are thedoers. They make mistakes because they try many things. The man who makes nomistakes lacks boldness and

I give myself,sometimes, admirable advice, but I am incapable of taking it.

To be simple is the best thing in the world; to be modest is the next best thing. I am not so sure about being quiet.