Power can be taken, but not given. The process of thetaking is empowerment in itself.

Commonsense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.

Maturityis the capacity to endure uncertainty.

Fate chooses our relatives, We choose our friends.

Theharder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.

Agrievance is most poignant when almost redressed.

Conflict is neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

Takecare, don't fight, and remember: if you do not choose to lead, you willforever be led by others. Find what scares you, and do it. And you can make adifference, if you choose to do so.

Don'tconsider your reputation and you may do anything you like.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

Unless aman has trained himself for his chance, the chance will only make him lookridiculous.