Wisdom requires that we pour a little oil of delicate courtesy on the wheels of friendship.

True, Heavenprohibits certain pleasures; but one can generally negotiate a compromise.

If anenemy is annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.

Thehardest step is over the threshold.

When the eyes says one thing, and the tounge another, a practised man relise on the language of first.

The flowers of life are but illusions. How many fade away and leave no trace; how few yield any fruit and the fruit itself how rarely does it ripen!

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

There isnothing so disagreeable, that a patient mind cannot find some solace for it.

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.

Ignoring is not the same thing as being tolerant

If youcan make a man laugh, you can make him think and make him like and believeyou.

No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.