I hold it to be

I hold it to be
I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him
  

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The hardeststep is over the threshold.
There is no comparison between that which is last by not succeding and that what is last by not trying.
In anyfree society, the conflict between social conformity and individual libertyis permanent, unresolvable, and necessary.
Agrievance is most poignant when almost redressed.
Theconventional view serves to protect us from the painful job of thinking.
A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait until the deadline looms large.
Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.
Whenconflict becomes a win-lose contest in our minds, we immediately try to win.
He who is overcautious will accomplish little.
True friendship comes when silence between two people is comfortable
Sparrows who emulate peacocks are likely to break a thigh.
I have discovered the art of deceiving diplomats. I speakthe truth, and they never believe me.