The possession of power over others in inherently destructiveboth to the possessor of the power and to those over whom it is exercised.

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

Every generation revolts against its fathers and makes friends with its grandfathers.

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

Silencemay be golden, but can you think of a better way to entertain someone than tolisten to him?

Don't wrestlea pig in a mud hole. You both get all dirty, and the pig enjoys it.

The purpose of getting power is to be able to give itaway.

If error is corrected whenever it is recognized as such,the path of error is the path of truth.

Never ask a barber if you need a haircut.

Communicationis a skill that you can learn. It's like riding a bicycle or typing. Ifyou're willing to work at it, you can rapidly improve the quality of everypart of your life.

People whoare too concerned with how well they are doing will be less successful andfeel less competent than those who focus on the task itself... Somepsychologists call it a conflict between egoorientation, or between extrinsicand intrinsic motivation...

Hatred does not not cease by hatred; but only by rule; this is the eternal rule.