Listeningwell is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.

A large ocean liner was headed across the Atlantic fromPortsmouth to New York. As it neared its destination at night, a lookout onthe wing of the bridge reported, ‘Light, bearing on the starboardbow.’‘Is it steady or moving astern?’ the captain called out

Thereare two dilemmas that rattle the human skull: How do you hang on to someone whowon't stay? And how do you get rid of someone who won't go?

The ability to laugh together is the essence of love.

No onewould talk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Small deeds done are better than great deeds planned

Why don'tyou want to do what you know you should do? The reason you don't is thatyou're in conflict with yourself.

Thesubconscious part in us is called the subjective mind, because it does notdecide and command. It is subject rather than a ruler. Its nature is to dowhat it is told, or what really in your heart of hearts you desire.

Power corrupts. Absolute power is kind of neat.

Silence is argument carried out by other means.

Talkingjaw-jaw is always better than war-war.

Be your own judge and you will be happy.