You could forgive an enemy. It is harder to forgive yourself.

Dealwith the faults of others as gently as with your own.

There is much more learning than knowing in the world.

There isnothing so disagreeable, that a patient mind cannot find some solace for it.

You only have power over people so long as you don't takeeverything away from them. But when you've robbed a man of everything he's nolonger in your power he's free again.

Sometimesyou have to be silent to be heard.

A man of great common sense and good taste-meaning there a man without originality or moral courage.

When a man meets his mates society begins.

If we shake hands with icy fingures, it is because we have burnt them so horribly before.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Words are like spears: Once they leave your lips they can never come back.