Thedirect use of force is such a poor solution to any problem,it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.

It isnot necessary to understand things in order to argue about them.

Youcannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time.

I give myself,sometimes, admirable advice, but I am incapable of taking it.

Sorrow and silence are strong, and patient endurance is god-like.

Passionsare generally roused by great conflicts.

The pessimistsees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunity in everydifficulty.

Thereare no secrets. There is no mystery. There is only common sense.

If you ain't never pick up the sword,you ain't never have to worry about fallin' on it.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

People who can't admit they are part of the problem, willnever be part of its solution.

If anenemy is annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.