Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

As we grow old...the beauty steals inwards.

Renown and repose do not go together.

The problem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.

Conflictcan be seen as a gift of energy, in which neither sideloses and a new dance is created.

You're ina much better position to talk with people when they approach you than whenyou approach them.

Talkingjaw-jaw is always better than war-war.

Reformers are those who educate people to appreciate the things they need.

Slander cannot destroy an honest man: when the flood recedes the rock is there.

Politeness is to human nature what warmth is to wax.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

History is the witness of the times, the light of truth.