Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

Most ofour so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believingas we already do.

Asingle conversation with a wise man is better than ten years of study.

A mistake in judgement isn't fatal, but too much anxiety about judgement is.

It'snot the plan that is important, it's the planning.

I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

Conflictleads to less-than-adequate performance, resentments, and lack of motivation.

Theloftier the building the deeper the foundation must be.

Thedays are too short even for love; how can there be enough time for quarreling?

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

Talkingmuch about oneself may be a way of hiding oneself.

The aim of education is not the specialist but the man of vision who can humanise our life by integrating emotional demands with our new knowledge