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...

It seemedrather incongruous that in a society of super sophisticated communication, weoften suffer from a shortage of listeners.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Silence, along with modesty, is a great aid to conversation.

Mensucceed when they realize that their failures are the preparation for theirvictories.

Don'tuse a lot where a little will do.

Deep-seatedpreferences cannot be argued about.

When regard for truth has been broken down or evenslightly weakened, all things will remain doubtful.

To like and dislike the same thing, that is, indeed, friendship.

I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure yourealize that what you heard isn't what I meant.

Symanpathy is a supporting atmosphere, and in it we unfold easily and well

The most imaginative people are the most credulous, for to them everything is possible.