Power can be taken, but not given. The process of thetaking is empowerment in itself.

A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.

Aperson whose heart is not content is like a snake which tries to swallow anelephant.

Let uswork without disputing. It is the only way to render life tolerable.

There isnothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries than anagreement.

Bytrying often, the monkey learns to jump from the tree.

Everyoneis wise until he speaks.

Intelligence is not to make no mistakes, but quickly to see how to make them good.

Suffer fools gladly, they might be right.

Nevercut what you can untie.

All bravery stands upon comparisons.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony