Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

Nothing makes it easier to resist temptation than a proper upbringing, a sound set of values.

Amarriage without conflicts is almost as inconceivable as a nation without crises.

Keep inmind that the better you understand what you want and why you want it, thebetter your chances will be of acquiring it.

Accomplishmentof purpose is better than making a profit.

Loving without dreaming is like going to Venice without riding in a gondola

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

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.

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

Thetruth is that our finest moments are most likely to occur when we are feelingdeeply uncomfortable, unhappy, or unfulfilled. For it is only in suchmoments, propelled by our discomfort, that we are likely to step out of ourruts and start searching for di

Considerhow hard it is to change yourself and you'll understand what little chanceyou have in trying to change others.

Somepeople reach the top of the ladder only to find it is leaning against thewrong wall.