A clynic is a man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing

The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

People who invite trouble always complain when it occurs.

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

If Ishould ever be captured, I want no negotiation—andif I should request a negotiation from captivity they should consider that asign of duress.

The more estimable the offender, the greater the torment.

If a man is prodigal, he cannot be truly generous

Wheneveryou're in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make thedifference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factoris attitude.

Twobirds disputed about a kernel, when a third swooped down and carried it off.

A slyrabbit will have three openings to its den.

Hearme, my chiefs! I am tired. My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun nowstands, I will fight no more forever.

In God we trust; all others pay cash.