Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

This dualityhas been reflected in classical as well as modern literature as reason versuspassion, or mind versus intuition. The split between the ‘conscious’ mind andthe ‘unconscious.’ There are moments in each of our lives when ourverbal-intellect sugges

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

A bad word whispered will echo a hundred miles.

Silenceis argument carried out by other means.

A danger forseen is half avoided.

There is all the difference in the world between having something to say and havingto say something.

To have a respect for ourselves guides our morals; to have a deference for others governs our manners.

If all those who speak would weigh their words, how light air would be!

A book, like a landscape, is a state of consciouness varying with readers.

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

Beware of the chap who reminds you that you can't take it with you . he'll try to take it with him.