We arejudged by what we finish, not what we start.

Step after step the ladder is ascended

The most exquisite paradox… as soon as you give itall up, you can have it all. As long as you want power, you can't have it.The minute you don't want power, you'll have more than you ever dreamedpossible.

Beautifullight is born of darkness, so the faith that springs from conflict is oftenthe strongest and the best.

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

There arealways two forces warring against each other within us.

No strength within, no respect without.

Marriagemeans expectations and expectations mean conflict.

A pessimist sees only the dark side of the clouds, and mopes; a philosopher sees both sides, and shrugs; an optimist doesn't care. Momentum is wht it wants to gather.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

Politeness is to human nature what warmth is to wax.

I liketo listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.