The Truly free man is one who know how to decline an invitation without giving an excuse.

Itisn't that they can't see the solution. It's that they can't see the problem.

Silenceis foolish if we are wise, but wise if we are foolish.

Learning is the property of those who fear to do disagreeable things.

Much learning does not teach understanding.

Patience is the art of hoping.

A man without patience is a lamp without oil.

One ofthe best ways to persuade others is with your ears by listening to them.

Muchtalking is the cause of danger. Silence is the means of avoiding misfortune.The talkative parrot is shut up in a cage. Other birds, without speech, flyfreely about.

A happy family is but an earlier heaven.

Sometimesyou have to be silent to be heard.

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