Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

When the defects of others are percieved with so much clarity, it is because one possesses with oneself.

Successdepends upon previous preparation, and without such preparation there is sureto be failure.

Zeal is fit only for wise men but is found mostly infools.

The directuse of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employedonly by small children and large nations.

Thisduality has been reflected in classical as well as modern literature asreason versus passion, or mind versus intuition. The split between the ‘conscious’mind and the ‘unconscious.’ There are moments in each of ourlives when our verbal-intellect sugges

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure yourealize that what you heard isn't what I meant.

In thefield of observation, chance favors only theprepared minds.

Keep things 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

A status symbol is an instrument you clash when you want someone to know you are there.

You'rein a much better position to talk with people when they approach you thanwhen you approach them.