We often pardon those who bore us, we cannot pardon those whom we bore.

The art of writing is the art of restraint.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

No battle is more sorely lost that the one not fought

When angry, count to ten before you speak; if very angry ahundred.

A large ocean liner was headed across the Atlantic fromPortsmouth to New York. As it neared its destination at night, a lookout onthe wing of the bridge reported, ‘Light, bearing on the starboardbow.’‘Is it steady or moving astern?’ the captain called out

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

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

Conflict is neither good nor bad. Properly managed, it is absolutely vital.

Conflictisn't negative, it just is.

Wisdomis what you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred totalk.

Nothingstrengthens the judgment and quickens the conscience like individualresponsibility.