We have no more right to consume happiness without producing it than to consume wealth without producing it

Reason is my philosophy, is only a harmony among irrational impulses.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Everytime we read, a seed is sown for the future.

Thedirect use of force is such a poor solution to any problem,it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.

You can not do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.

If you ain't never pick up the sword,you ain't never have to worry about fallin' on it.

Decisionis the spark that ignites action. Until a decision is made, nothinghappens.... Decision is the courageous facing of issues, knowing that if theyare not faced, problems will remain forever unanswered.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Knowingthat everything's futile but still fighting, still raging against the dying ofthe light that's what motivates me all the time ... If you hold that sense offutility in your head for too long, it can begin to eat into you. You canstill be aware of it

It is mark of a good man not to know how to do an injury.