A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

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

A danger forseen is half avoided.

Resolvingconflict is rarely about who is right. It is about acknowledgment andappreciation of differences.
One ofthe best ways to persuade others is with your ears by listening to them.

Silenceis a true friend that never betrays.

Diseases are Tax on the pleasure.

I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

The hardeststep is over the threshold.

Wisdom is what you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred totalk.

To effectivelycommunicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceivethe world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication withothers.

Learning without thought is labour lost,thought without learning is perilous.

Instinct is the nose of the mind.