Ifpassion drives you, let reason hold the reins.

Ifanyone is not willing to accept your point of view, try to see his point of view.

Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognises genius.

Truthsprings from argument amongst friends.

Byfailing to prepare you are preparing to fail.

In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

The spokenword belongs half to him who speaks, and half to him who listens.

He whotalks incessantly, talks nonsense.

Learning must be had, but in the second place, as subsequent only to greater qualities.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Tofight fear, act. To increase fear wait, put off, postpone.

The fire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.