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

Conflictinvolves incompatible behaviors rather thancompetitive goals.

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

The fibers of all things have their tension and are strainedlike the strings of an instrument.

Suffering is the sole origin of consciousness.

Peopledo not seem to talk for the sake of expressing their opinions, but tomaintain an opinion for the sake of talking.

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

Power can be taken, but not given. The process of thetaking is empowerment in itself.

Be your own judge and you will be happy.

A shipin harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.

If Ihad six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first hour sharpening the ax.

Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.