Conflict is neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

All mankind is divided into three classes: those who are immovable; those who are movable; and those who move.

Ifyou are leaning over to starboard to balance the boat against the other guy'spropensity to lean too far to port, both of you are about to get wet.

I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

Usesoft words and hard arguments.

The past is always dogging our heals, striving ceaselessly to banish the present.

A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait until the deadline looms large.

Dig a well before you are thirsty.

Education makes people easy to lead, but difficult to drive; Easy to govern, but impossible to enslave

The present is never a happy state to any being

Friendships begin with liking or gratitude-roots that can be pulled up.