A wise man has great power, and a man of knowledgeincreases strength.

To be preparedis half the victory.

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

Nothing so wonderfully concentrates the mind as theprospect of a hanging.

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

Experience keeps a dear school, but tools will learn in no other.

Beautifullight is born of darkness, so the faith that springs from conflict is oftenthe strongest and the best.

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.

A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

Conflictinvolves incompatible behaviors rather than competitive goals.

Skill inthe art of communication is crucial to a leader's success. He can accomplishnothing unless he can communicate effectively.

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