Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Embracingconflict can become a joy when we know that irritation and frustration canlead to growth and fascination.

Silenceis argument carried out by other means.

A child is not a vase to be filled, but a fire to be lit.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Bekind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.

A good listeneris not only popular everywhere, but after a while he gets to know something.

A slyrabbit will have three openings to its den.

What wesee depends mainly on what we look for.

He who asks questions cannot avoid the answers.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

A rumor goes in one ear and out many mouths.