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

The fundamental concept in social science is Power, in thesame sense in which Energy is the fundamental concept in physics.

Thedeeper the waters are, the more still they run.

Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind

Whenconflict becomes a win-lose contest in our minds, we immediately try to win.

The property of power is to protect.

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

Humour is a hole that lets the sawdust out of a stuffed shirt.

WheneverI hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried onhim personally.

The ability to laugh together is the essence of love.

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

It'snot hard to make decisions when you know what your values are.