Thetorment of human frustration, whatever its immediate cause,is the knowledge that the self is in prison, its vital force and ‘mangledmind’ leaking away in lonely, wasteful self-conflict.

The real purpose of books is to trap the mind into doing its own thinking

Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.

It iswith our brothers and sisters that we learn to love, share, negotiate, startand end fights, hurt others, and save face. The basis of healthy (orunhealthy) connections in adulthood is cast during childhood.

We arethe prisoners of ideas.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

He who asks a question is a fool for five minutes; he who does not ask a questionremains a fool forever.

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

Show me a man who cannot bother to do little things andI'll show you a man who cannot be trusted to do big things.

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.