Expreince never helps us avoid doing something foolish; it merely prevents us from enjoying it.

All thingsat first appear difficult.

Onlywhen all contribute their firewood can they build up a strong fire.

The rulers must be watched, not the ruled.

Onemust talk little and listen much.

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

We do not err because the truth is difficult to see. We err because this is more comfortable

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

Talk back to your internal critic. Train yourself to recognize and write downcritical thoughts as they go through your mind. Learn why these thoughts areuntrue and practice talking and writing back to them.

Poetry is the impish attempt to paint the colour of the wind.

Books without the knowledge of life are useless.

Life imitates art far more that art imitates life.