The loftierthe building the deeper the foundation must be.

Grantgraciously what you cannot refuse safely and conciliate those you cannotconquer.

A hero is no braver than anyone else; he is only brave minutes longer

There is no evil in the atoms, only in men's souls.

No one lies as much as the indignant do.

One of the difficult things to give away is kindness - is usually returned

In history, characters and events occur twice, first as tragedy then as farce.

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

He who is unable to dance says the yard is stony.

Thesubconscious part in us is called the subjective mind, because it does notdecide and command. It is subject rather than a ruler. Its nature is to dowhat it is told, or what really in your heart of hearts you desire.

Thepessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist sees opportunityin every difficulty.

Bestill when you have nothing to say; when genuine passion moves you, say whatyou've got to say, and say it hot.