To rule is not so much a question of the heavy hand as the firm seat.

Change meansmovement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum of anonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasivefriction of conflict.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognises genius.

Non-cooperationis a measure of discipline and sacrifice, and it demands respect for theopposite views.

Better hazard than always be in fear.

Ideal society is a drama enacted exclusively in the imagination

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

Most ofour so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believingas we already do.

Conflictlies at the core of innovation.

All marriedcouples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art of makinglove. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Good battleis healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle of equalpartnership.

Living is the art of getting used to what we did'nt expect.