Whenthere is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.

Themost prepared are the most dedicated.

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

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

Wisdom requires that we pour a little oil of delicate courtesy on the wheels of friendship.

Resolvingconflict is rarely about who is right. It is about acknowledgment andappreciation of differences.

Negotiatingin the classic diplomatic sense assumes parties are more anxious to agreethan to disagree.

The highest proof of virtue is to possess boundless powerwithout abusing it.

Education is the chief defence of a Nation.

To know how to free oneself is nothing: the arduous thing is to know what to do with one's freedom.

Self-trust is the first secret of success.

It is a good reader that makes a good book.